The announcement of a 10-day ceasefire in #Lebanon must be more than temporary relief. Sustained peace, safe conditions for return & the support to rebuild peoples lives with dignity is urgently needed. For many, the fear of repeated displacement remains real. plan-international.org/news/2026/04...

Plan International is alarmed by the scale of the attacks across #Ukraine over the past two days , which have resulted in civilian casualties, widespread destruction & further disruption to already vulnerable communities. Civilians must always be protected. plan-international.org/news/2026/04...

Three years into the #Sudan conflict, girls & women are paying the highest price. - 12m people are at risk of gender‑based violence. -14m children – mostly girls – are out of school. - 21m+ face acute food insecurity. We cannot turn away. Read more https://bit.ly/4mqn3mo

While a ceasefire has been announced elsewhere in the region, #Lebanon’s brief hope for peace has faded, with devastating consequences: children are once again paying the price for a conflict they have no part in making. Civilians should never be targets. plan-international.org/news/2026/04...

Young activists are driving gender justice - when institutions trust them. For 5 years, the Equality Accelerator has funded youth-led gender justice work rooted in lived experience, not bureaucracy. 📄 Read our 5 Year Impact Report → https://bit.ly/3PJKsTJ

Plan International strongly condemns the reported recruitment of children by military forces in the conflict in #Iran. The use of children in armed conflict is a grave violation of children’s rights. No child should ever be recruited or forced to participate in war. https://bit.ly/4v2z2KT

Children need safe digital spaces to connect, learn & have a voice - not bans. 🤳 We need governments & technology companies to build in stronger protections, privacy by default and better moderation - especially to protect girls and marginalised children. #OnlineSafety #SocialMediaBans

One year on from the #MyanmarEarthquake, communities are still feeling its impact: damaged homes, destroyed schools & unstable livelihoods. It is crucial that we continue to support families as they work to recover & rebuild their lives. 💙 https://plan-international.org/myanmar-earthquake-appeal/

Girls are speaking. The EU must listen and act. Our “Girls Speak to the EU” series brings together voices from Rwanda, the Philippines, Timor-Leste, and Nigeria on issues from period poverty to online abuse and disability inclusion. 🟣 Explore the series: plan-international.org/eu/girls-spe...

Civilians continue to pay a heavy price in #Sudan. We are devastated by reports of a deadly attack on el-Daein Teaching Hospital. Health infrastructure, schools and children should never be targeted - as has too often been the case in this war. www.theguardian.com/world/2026/m...

Young people all over the world are saying We Object! It’s time to #EndChildMarriage ‼️❌ 12-year-old Shannon from Zimbabwe vows to challenge the harmful traditions and systems that value marriage over education. Join the call https://bit.ly/403qV2v #WeObject #GirlsRights #GenderEquality

In Beirut, more than 1,200 people displaced from their homes by the escalating conflict in #Lebanon are living in severely overcrowded school shelters. Many families are sleeping in makeshift tents set up inside classrooms. Sana Tarabeih from Plan International Lebanon recounts the situation.

Plan International’s Regional Response Manager Arjimand Hussain spoke to BBC World Service today about how drone strikes are affecting civilians in Sudan & the wider impact of escalating conflict in the Middle East on the country. Listen from 44"30 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... #Sudan #MiddleEast

Plan International condemns the deadly drone attack on a school in Sudan's White Nile state that killed 17 people – mostly schoolgirls. plan-international.org/news/2026/03... #Sudan

Plan International remains deeply alarmed by the escalating military conflict in Iran and the Middle East, which continues to put children at grave risk. Children should never be targets or casualties of war. Ever. plan-international.org/news/2026/03...

Happy #InternationalWomensDay!♀️ This IWD, Plan International’s Global Young Influencers are saying #WeObject to child marriage‼️ Hear their voices & join them: https://bit.ly/403qV2v #EndChildMarriage #IWD2026 #ForAllWomenAndGirls #GenderEquality #GirlsRights

4 years into the war in #Ukraine, children continue to face unimaginable disruption to their daily lives. Plan International Ukraine's Response Director, Sven Coppens, highlights how we are working to restore safety, support mental wellbeing & help children recover from learning losses.

In #Gaza, children are living through unimaginable hardship. Overcrowded shelters, damaged tents and winter storms are leaving families with almost nowhere safe to go. Donate to Plan International’s Gaza Appeal https://bit.ly/4cCa2U9

Child marriage: ❌ Keeps girls out of school ❌Increases violence ❌Hurts mental & physical health ❌Limits girls’ choices This #IWD, stand with youth activists and say #WeObject Join the call https://bit.ly/403qV2v #EndChildMarriage #InternationalWomensDay2026 #IWD

Young people are saying #WeObject! It’s time to #EndChildMarriage‼️ Ahead of #IWD, Plan International’s Global Young Influencers vow to speak out against child marriage and are calling for urgent action NOW. ✊🏽 Read their vows and join them in saying #WeObject https://bit.ly/403qV2v

12 million girls are married before 18 every year — one every 3 seconds. Child marriage steals girls’ childhoods and futures. ❌ Ahead of #IWD, we say #WeObject to child marriage. Join us: https://bit.ly/403qV2v #EndChildMarriage #InternationalWomensDay2026 #GirlsRights #GenderEquality

We are deeply alarmed by escalating conflict in Iran & the Middle East. Reports of attacks on schools & the killing of children are devastating. Children must never be targets. We join the UN in calling for an immediate ceasefire & full protection of civilians. plan-international.org/news/2026/03...

📣 Hear from the girls who participated in our #RealChoicesRealLives 18-year-old study. Since 2006, Plan International been following the lives of 142 girls across nine countries - from birth through adolescence to age 18. Read the report - https://bit.ly/4czGwhy #GirlsRights

Meet Dr Keya Khandaker, Research Manager for Plan International’s 18-year-old #RealChoiceRealLives study👋🏻 🔍Find out from Keya the 5 key findings ⤵️ and read the full report https://plan-international.org/publications/real-choices-real-lives-final-report #GirlsRights #GenderEquality

For 18 years, Plan International has been following the lives of 142 girls across nine countries - from birth through adolescence to age 18 for the #RealChoicesRealLives study.👧🏾 Read the report https://plan-international.org/publications/real-choices-real-lives-finalreport/ #GirlsRights

Four years on from the start of the full-scale war in #Ukraine, the country faces an unprecedented humanitarian crisis – and girls and young people are most impacted. All attacks against children AND civilians AND schools must stop 🛑. #WarInUkraine

Today is #SocialJusticeDay ✊🏽 Plan International strives for a just world - and where equality for girls leads to progress for all. Our work in over 80 countries supports all girls who are standing strong and creating global change.💙 #WorldSocialJusticeDay #SocialJustice #GenderEquality

The latest UN report on El Fasher reveals once again that girls and women are paying a heavy price amid ongoing conflict in #Sudan. Plan International urges an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian truce to provide assistance where it is needed most. plan-international.org/news/2026/02...

On the first day of #Ramadan, this learning space in central #Gaza offers a glimmer of hope, community and light as 200 children rediscover the joys of learning. 🌙✨ 📚 Read more https://plan-international.org/case-studies/how-education-is-helping-gazas-children-heal/

Love should uplift - never limit. This Valentine’s Day, let’s celebrate every girl’s right to grow up, dream big, and choose her own path. Share our Valentine's card 📜 and join us in speaking out against child marriage.💙 #EndChildMarriage #GirlsRights

On #RedHandDay, we’re thinking of all children affected by conflict & crisis❤️‍🩹1 in 4 children worldwide lives in a conflict-affected country - conditions that drive child marriage as families & communities break down. Watch Maria’s story made in collaboration with @unhcr.org#RedHandDaybelow. #EndChildMarriage

Today on #WomenInScience Day, we are celebrating women in science who are shaping a future where science and gender equality advance together. Take a stand with @UNESCO to end gender bias that holds girls back from pursuing a career in #STEM! #EveryVoiceInScience #GenderEquality #Science

Did you know❓1 in 4 children globally are living in a country affected by conflict or disaster – and these emergency conditions drive child marriage due to the breakdown of family & community structures. Join us in standing with girls and calling to #EndChildMarriage ✊🏽 #GirlsRights #GenderEquality

Starvation is rising in #Sudan - particularly in North Darfur. Children, women and displaced families are at greatest risk. Together with 21 INGOs, we are calling for safe humanitarian access & increased funding to prevent further catastrophe. Read more: plan-international.org/news/2026/02...

Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a violation of girls’ and women’s human rights. It is a form of gender based violence and seriously impacts their physical and mental health, as well as their life opportunities. Together we must #EndFGM and #EndGBV against women and girls EVERYWHERE🌏

In Afar, Ethiopia, female genital mutilation (FGM) is a deeply rooted and harmful practice. But today, more parents are choosing to let their daughters grow up free & without being subjected to FGM. Find out more https://bit.ly/4qRguLb 💙#EndFGM 📷 Hayat, 14, with her mother Birtukan, 38

Meet Maysa 👇🏾She is helping to end Female genital mutilation (FGM) in her community. The practice has no health benefits and girls face many long and short-term health risks such as severe bleeding, infertility and mental health issues. #EndFGM #EndGenderBasedViolence #EndGVB

Mozambique is facing its worst floods in decades 💧🌧️ More than 655,000 people have been affected and at least 159 lives lost across Southern Africa. The school year is now delayed to late February, leaving thousands of children without access to education. #MozambiqueFloods #EducationMatters

Today, @ec.europa.eu hosts the 6th Humanitarian Senior Officials Meeting on #Ukraine. Ahead of the meeting, Sven Coppens (@planglobal.bsky.social) shares a clear message from the ground: “Four years into the war, the priority is preventing irreversible harm”. 🔗 plan-international.org/eu/news/2026...

We are deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash in Norte de Santander, Colombia. Our heartfelt condolences go to the families of all those who lost their lives and we stand in solidarity with World Vision and the @nrc-global.bsky.social following the loss of their colleagues.

On the ground in #Gaza, families continue to endure harsh winter conditions & critical shortages of food, shelter and essential supplies. Please donate to our Gaza crisis appeal to help Plan reach children & families with the urgent assistance they need. 💙 plan-international.org/get-involved...

“I fled South Sudan when I was seven. Plan’s sponsored school was my first contact with services at the camp.” Nyari, 18. Now she’s an activist and adviser in Plan’s humanitarian programme in Gambella, Ethiopia. Read more: https://plan-international.org/publications/worldwide-annual-review-2025

📚 For children affected by crisis, education is more than just learning – it’s a lifeline. Yet, millions are being left behind. On #InternationalEducationDay, let’s #FundEducation and protect children's futures. #MultiplyPossibility ✨ https://plan-international.org/case-studies/school-matters/

🌎 Education fuels growth, builds resilience, and creates a more peaceful and prosperous world for all. 💫 Let’s #FundEducation and #MultiplyPossibility for every child. everywhere. #InternationalEducationDay✨

🎓Today, over 270 million children and youth are out of school. Conflict, climate change, and hunger are disrupting education for millions. We must act now to #FundEducation and #MultiplyPossibility. 💫 #DayOfEducation https://plan-international.org/case-studies/school-matters/

🎓 Education fuels growth, builds resilience, and creates a more peaceful and prosperous world for all. 🌎 Let’s #FundEducation and #MultiplyPossibility for every child, everywhere. #InternationalEducationDay✨

📚 Education is the most powerful investment we can make in the future of our children, our nations, and our world. 💫 Let’s #FundEducation and #MultiplyPossibility for every child. #InternationalEducationDay✨ https://plan-international.org/case-studies/school-matters/

Children in Kyiv will not attend school until February amid freezing temperatures and continued attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Sven Coppens from Plan International explains why this is “yet another blow to children who have already lost so much.” plan-international.org/news/2026/01...

📖 Despite the power of education, there is a $97bn annual shortfall in funding, leaving millions of children without access to school. This #EducationDay we must come together and replenish the @GPforEducation 🌎 When we #FundEducation we #MultiplyPossibility by 👇🏾

“Empowering girls, especially in STEM, is one of the most powerful investments we can make for our collective future” says Dr. Phaedria Marie St. Hilaire, new ambassador for the Global Girls Foundation https://plan-international.org/news/2026/01/16/ggf-appoints-dr-phaedria-marie-st-hilaire/