New Delhi,
Oct 10: Several diplomatic missions in India on Tuesday reaffirmed their
countries’ strong commitment to promoting gender equality and the empowerment
of women and girls, and the advancement of their human rights. On Wednesday ie
October 11, these missions will come together to mark the International Day of
the Girl Child (IDGC) through a range of actions encouraging greater
opportunities for girls. The diplomatic missions include: Australian High
Commission, Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium, British High Commission, High
Commission of Canada, Embassy of Denmark, Embassy of Chile, Embassy of
Colombia, Embassy of the Czech Republic, Embassy of Ecuador, Delegation of the
European Union, Embassy of Finland, Embassy of France, Embassy of the Federal
Republic of Germany, Embassy of Greece, Embassy of Ireland, Embassy of the
Republic of Latvia, Embassy of Lithuania, Embassy of the Grand-duchy of
Luxembourg, Embassy of Mexico, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, New
Zealand High Commission, Royal Norwegian Embassy, Embassy of Poland, Embassy of
the Slovak Republic, Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia, South African High
Commission, Embassy of Spain, Embassy of Sweden, Embassy of Switzerland, and
Embassy of the United States of America. According to a press note issued here
on Tuesday by the High Commission of Canada, the activities will include
interactions with students at academic institutions, distribution of IDGC
activity guides to schools, illumination of office buildings as well as the
organisation of "Girls’ Takeovers". With the support of Plan India, a
child rights organisation which strives to advance children’s rights and
equality for girls, the ‘takeover’ will provide an opportunity for young women
of different backgrounds to interact directly with Ambassadors and High
Commissioners and take on their role for a short time, followed by a large
gathering to exchange experiences and discuss girls' empowerment. The
International Day of the Girl Child, celebrated every year on October 11, is a UN-declared
international observance day to support greater opportunities for girls and
awareness of the gender discrimination they endure worldwide. It also
recognizes girls as powerful agents of change and as leaders of tomorrow.
Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary
foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world. Also, as children
are among the most vulnerable, they need special attention and we have to
protect their rights. When a girl is safe, healthy, educated, and effectively
supported by her family and community, she is free to pursue her goals, and the
advantages of her success ripple outward to touch all of society. Girls, boys,
men and women all have an important role to play in building a society that
empowers every member to reach their full potential. The note said that the
mission in India were committed to working together, and with the Government of
India and civil society partners, to continue to raise awareness around the
issue and to advocate for greater gender parity and equal access to
opportunities. Investing in girls is investing in peace and prosperity. UNI
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