The Honourable Pam Parsons, Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality, is today acknowledging October 11 as International Day of the Girl Child. This day brings attention and awareness to the challenges facing girls around the world. It is also a day to highlight the importance of empowering girls, and the actions being taken to achieve gender equality.

Throughout Newfoundland and Labrador, girls are making an impact and creating positive change in their communities and beyond. They are leading the way at their schools, as business people, volunteers and social activists, and proving that you are never too young to help shape the future and improve the lives of others.

The Office of Women and Gender Equality works collaboratively with stakeholders to advance the status of women, girls and gender-diverse people. Ongoing initiatives to support girls in this province include making period products available in all K-12 schools. This is an important step toward gender equality and gender inclusivity.

Additionally, in October 2022, the Office of Women and Gender Equality allocated $30,000 to Equal Voice NL, to support the execution of the Future of the Vote event. Forty young women and gender-diverse individuals participated. The event provided an opportunity for future leaders to network, build relationships and foster mentorship roles that will assist them in exploring their paths to boardroom tables, municipal councils and provincial and federal governments.

The Provincial Government also helps women prepare for, attain, and maintain employment, by funding several groups dedicated to ensuring more women are starting businesses or training to acquire the skills necessary to secure meaningful employment in today’s labour market.

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“Girls around the world are breaking barriers, tackling issues like child marriage, education, inequality, violence, climate change, and access to healthcare. On this International Day of the Girl Child, let us all work together to ensure they are connected, supported and empowered to create a better world for them and future generations.”
Honourable Pam Parsons
Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality

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