Every girl deserves to be safe, seen, and supported. It’s her birthright and the cornerstone of her ability to thrive. This walk is not just about raising awareness—it’s about encouraging real, transformative change. We’re marching to amplify the voices of millions of girls whose rights are overlooked, to champion equal opportunities, and to stand up against violence and trauma. United, we can pave the way for a world where every girl has the chance to shine and thrive.
STAND IN SOLIDARITY WITH TEEN GIRLS!
STAND IN SOLIDARITY WITH TEEN GIRLS!
Girls are facing immense challenges everywhere.
The CDC announced a national teen mental health crisis following their youth behavioral report published in 2021.
57% of teen girls are feeling persistently sad or hopeless, a rate double that of boys.
Persistent Sadness Or Hopelessness In Teens
DC’s 2022-2023 Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) Discipline Report reflected a spike in girls facing out-of-school suspensions since 2018.
65% of these suspensions resulted from incidents of violence.