International Day of the Girl Child is observed annually by the United Nations on October 11 to recognize girls’ rights and the challenges they face worldwide. The Day promotes the empowerment of adolescent girls and the fulfilment of their human rights.
This year, UNICEF’s campaign theme is “My voice, our equal future“, in an effort to encourage adolescent girls to use their voice and power to stand up for their rights.
How to Help:
- Promote girl-led organizations that are working to make positive social changes within their communities. Show your support by sharing their stories!
- Participate in virtual events that are designed specifically for International Day of the Girl.
- Donate your car to UNICEF, the United Nations humanitarian organization that has worked towards gender equality in countries around the world.
About UNICEF
The United Nations Children’s Fund was established after WWII and continues to work in over 190 countries and territories. UNICEF has helped save more children’s lives than any other humanitarian organization. UNICEF provides vulnerable children with the support, services, and education they need to reach their full potential.
To help adolescent girls, UNICEF has ensured access to education and technology that will provide them with the training and experience necessary to further their economic empowerment. The organization has launched initiatives which help end child marriage, support menstrual health management, and deliver HIV and AIDS care.
Donating your car is an easy way to support any organization. Car Donation Wizard will return 75-80% of the gross proceeds from the sale of your vehicle to UNICEF USA. All car donations to UNICEF help fund the ability to create simple, affordable, and innovative solutions to child survival challenges.
Promote girls’ rights on this year’s International Day of the Girl by donating your car online or calling (855) 487-3863.