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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Net uit: "Wanneer is het genoeg?" van Olivia Trappeniers, een lied over de onveiligheid die meisjes voelen. Als kersverse ambassadrice voor meisjesrechten zal ze samen met ons strijden voor een veilige wereld waarin elk meisje vrij is. press.planinternational.be/zangeres-oli...
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Zangeres Olivia Trappeniers steunt Plan International België als ambassadrice voor meisjesrechten
Nieuwe single Wanneer is het genoeg? voor het eerst live tijdens Her Walk op 9 oktober
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
"Een meisje van 14 verkocht voor twee zakken bloem", kopt VRT NWS. Achter die kop: een wanhopig gezin zonder uitweg, radeloze ouders die hun kind uithuwelijken in de hoop dat ze elders een beter leven kan hebben. Voor het meisje blijft het geweld. www.vrt.be/vrtnws/nl/20...
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'Meisje van 14 verkocht voor 2 zakken bloem': geweld tegen en misbruik van vrouwen en meisjes fors gestegen in Gaza | VRT NWS Nieuws
Sinds de start van de oorlog tussen Israël en Hamas is het aantal gevallen van geweld tegen vrouwen en meisjes in Gaza sterk gestegen. Het gaat daarbij over gedwongen huwelijken, de verkoop van meisje...
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Veerle Baetens is joining us as new ambassador for girls’ rights. 💙 On October 9th, she’s taking part in #HerWalk in Ghent, to say loud and clear that girls deserve to feel safe, everywhere, at all times. Register here 🔗 bit.ly/4enodgB
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Plan International @planglobal.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
In a single week in late August, at least four children in #Gaza were killed and many more were injured. That week was not an exception. Around 300 children have been killed in Gaza in the 11 months since a ceasefire was announced. Children and civilian infrastructure must never be attacked.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
🌍 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐲 In Venezuela, Andrea & Sara have been supporting their community after the 2 earthquakes. In Colombia, the needs are huge, especially for girls. 💙 Help us provide food, water filters & essential hygiene products to girls in crises. Donate:https://bit.ly/4bWgaFz
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
A powerful 7.4 earthquake hit Colombia. 181+ people lost their lives, 8,000+ homes & 790+ schools have been damaged. Girls face higher risks of violence, exploitation & sexual harassment. Access to clean water, toilets, education & menstrual hygiene is a daily struggle. 💙Donate now: bit.ly/4g6CUWa
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Plan International @planglobal.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Repeated attacks in #Ukraine are disrupting children’s lives, education and recovery, while shrinking the spaces where civilians can feel safe. The latest attacks have killed at least 17 people and damaged civilian infrastructure, including homes & humanitarian warehouses. Read more: bit.ly/4wJ3tGf
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Ukraine's civilians face greater danger as missile and drone attacks intensify - Plan International
Escalating missile and drone attacks in Ukraine are endangering civilians and deepening the toll on children.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Online violence is rising, and 58% of girls are affected. But it’s never your fault. 👉 Check out these smart tips to protect yourself online and react properly. Want to take action with us for girls’ safety? 💙 Join #HerWalk and walk with us in Ghent on October 9th. #StopOnlineViolence
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
58% of girls have already been humiliated, sexualised, harassed, threatened… online. Online violence has real effects on girls’ lives. Plan Belgium works to make the web safer, strengthen girls’ power to act, and push decision makers to take responsibility. ➡️ More info in our blog: bit.ly/4pW7rcc
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Hoe blijf je veilig online?
58% van alle meisjes heeft al online misbruik ervaren. Plan International legt uit hoe je jezelf kan beschermen en hoe je veilig online gaat.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
In schools across Brussels & Wallonia, our interactive workshops teach students how to respond to abuse, where violence comes from & how to protect each other. With the support of Maellyse Brassart, Belgian athlete & ambassador of the Youth Olympic Games 2026!
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Festivals should be places of freedom, fun and connection. But for many girls like Camilla, they can also mean dealing with unwanted attention, harassment and safety concerns. At Plan International Belgium, we work to make festivals safe, inspiring and inclusive.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Northern Venezuela has been hit by a devastating double earthquake, leaving children and families without homes and essential services. Plan International is assessing the impact and preparing a response. 💙 Support children and families affected by this crisis: donate now. bit.ly/44uYf4r
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
We stand in solidarity with the children, families, and communities affected by the 7.5 magnitude #earthquake that has struck #Venezuela overnight. Our partner organisation is assessing needs on the ground and we will keep monitoring the situation closely.
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Plan International @planglobal.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Children should never be targets. ❌ Plan International is deeply alarmed by the findings of the UN’s latest Independent Commission of Inquiry on the occupied Palestinian territory, which concludes that Palestinian children have been deliberately targeted and killed. bit.ly/4gDUYXT #Gaza
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
For #WorldRefugeeDay, Paola Belotti, Child Protection in Emergencies Specialist at Plan International, speaks from Adré, a border town between Sudan and Chad. Plan International sets up mobile classrooms, child friendly spaces and psychosocial support to help children cope with trauma.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Plan International Sudan’s Country Director, Mohamed Kamal: “The international community must not wait until another humanitarian catastrophe unfolds before taking action. Let us act now whilst we have the chance.”
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
1 in 2 girls quit sport at 14. Many face sexist comments, staring, harassment… or even violence. Sport should be a safe space to have fun, play, feel free & make friends. Let's walk for girls' safety. Join #HerWalk on 9 October in Ghent: herwalk.be
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
In 2025, the UN recorded the highest number of violations against children in armed conflict : 38,558 verified cases. We are deeply concerned, particularly about violence against girls, and calls for greater protection of children and respect for international humanitarian law.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Together with VIA Don Bosco, we have submitted a joint program for Development Cooperation, supporting young people and building safe, inclusive communities. 🤝🌍By working together, we aim to advance girls’ rights and create more opportunities for young people to shape their own future. ✨
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 & 𝐜𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐚𝐳𝐚 𝐢𝐬 𝐮𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩. Rayan Abu al Ajeen, 3, was shot & killed while being carried by his father in central Gaza. On 10/6, 8 children were killed & 17 injured in Gaza in one weekend. Behind every number is a child with a name, a family, a home.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
“Girls in Colombia have the right to grow up free from violence and from practices that harm their bodies and their futures."
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
⚽🌍 The World Cup brings the world together, but for millions of girls the game is not fair from the start. Through #ChangeTheGame, Plan International uses sports to challenge inequality and create a future where every girl can play, grow and lead. 💙⚽
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
There has been significant public outcry following the conviction of two young men for sexual violence. A young woman celebrating her 18th birthday in Bruges was approached by two men. One of them had sex with her in the car and then again at his home.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
An #Ebola outbreak is affecting Uganda & the DR Congo. As in every crisis, children & girls are on the front line. Plan Belgium is activating an emergency budget to support local teams in the most exposed areas. Our priority: protecting children & families & strengthening girls’ safety
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Sven Coppens, Director for East and Central Europe at Plan International: “We are appalled by the tragic events of recent days. Playgrounds, schools, and all infrastructure built for children should never be targeted.” plan-international.org/news/2026/05...
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Plan International condemns Kherson playground strike - Plan International
Plan International is appalled by an attack on a playground in Kherson that highlights the growing toll of intensified attacks on civilians and the devastating impact on children.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Imagine: you’re a girl on your period in the middle of a crisis. What do you do? For millions of girls, managing their personal hygiene becomes a daily struggle. On this #MenstrualHygieneDay, you can make a difference: €18 = 1 complete menstrual hygiene kit for a girl. 💙
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Today, girls still face violence: online, at school, in public space, at the sport club... Enough is enough! On 9/10, we are walking in Ghent to send a clear message: girls must feel safe, everywhere, always. Walk with us at #HerWalk, raise funds & help create safer spaces for girls: herwalk.be
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Ukraine: young people continue to pay the heaviest price of the war. On 19/5, attacks struck several regions of the country. 👉 Full statement: planinternational.be/nl-be/nieuws...
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Oekraïense jongeren grootste slachtoffer in de oorlog
De aanvallen op Oekraïne op 19 mei verwoestten huizen, scholen en ziekenhuizen. “Kinderen mogen nooit het doelwit zijn.”
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
A girl clenching her keys tightly as she walks home. Wearing baggy clothes to the gym. Receiving DMs from strangers. Avoiding a certain route to school. This is only the visible tip of the iceberg. Girls shouldn't have to live in fear. Support girls' safety, join us: herwalk.be
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Here’s what to expect at #HerWalk, on 9/10 in Ghent: 👟 Walk: raise funds & walk for girls' safety 🏙️ Safe Village: explore the stands & exchange ideas 🎶 Afterparty: end the evening with a celebration of International Day of the Girl 👉 Ready to take action? Sign up now on herwalk.be
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
📢 On 9/10 in Ghent, Plan International Belgium is organising #HerWalk, an evening walk to say loud & clear that girls deserve to feel safe everywhere, at any moment, in Belgium & worldwide. 👉 Start your action page and raise funds to join Her Walk. More info: bit.ly/4enodgB
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
We are concerned about the worsening food insecurity in Lebanon. Over 1 million people are affected, with girls among those most impacted. Plan International calls for urgent action to prevent further harm. Read our full statement in Dutch 👉 planinternational.be/nl-be/nieuws...
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Libanon: acute voedselonzekerheid
Het IPC voorspelt dat 1,2 miljoen mensen in Libanon te maken zullen krijgen met acute voedselonzekerheid. Dringende hulp is nodig.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
Fatima Hassouna was a talented Palestinian photographer & youth advocate. A year ago, she was killed. For 18 months, she documented the harsh realities of daily life in Gaza. Today, we are honouring her by sharing the world as she saw it. 📸 Fatima’s diary: plan-international.org/case-studies...
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A city of ghosts - Plan International
On 16 April 2025, twenty-four-year-old Fatima Hassouna was killed by an Israeli airstrike, along with ten members of her family.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
How can education break down gender stereotypes? 🤔 Belgian students went to Ecuador to exchange with young people. Together, they turned their ideas into a series of inspiring videos. 🎥 Check out their work on our page: bit.ly/4tebMs2
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Internationale jongerenuitwisseling België - Ecuador
Belgische en Ecuadoraanse jongeren ontdekken samen de kracht van onderwijs om genderstereotypen te doorbreken.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Lebanon airstrikes: we call for immediate protection of civilians & children More than 1.1 million people have been forced to flee their homes. Civilians, especially children, are suffering from violence. 👉Read our full statement here: bit.ly/4cm6P9p
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Libanon: bevolking heeft nood aan bescherming
Hevige aanvallen in Libanon benadrukken de dringende noodzaak om de burgerbevolking te beschermen
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
91% of girls experienced violence before age 11. 🧵 "Landmark study shows global gains for girls — but threats to progress loom." Plan International followed 142 girls across 9 countries from birth to adulthood. The Real Choices, Real Lives final report is both hopeful and deeply alarming.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
As Abeer (fake name) was fleeing the war in Sudan, she endured abuse from armed men. The situation in Darfur is catastrophic. Families are fleeing the violence & risking their lives. Help us provide vital aid & help girls to rebuild their lives. Donate: donate.planinternational.be/nl/crisissit...
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
🚨 In #Lebanon, many families flew from their homes due to the conflict & live in crowded shelters. Children carry fear & trauma, struggling to make sense of what’s happening. 💬 Via Plan International, they find safe spaces to feel like children again.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Today, +1 in 4 young women are not in education, employment or training. What if girls launched their own business? Via our projects, they can follow trainings to develop their skills and follow their dreams. Find out how Yorlenny, Ranju and Christine took the lead. 👉 Read our blog🔗 bit.ly/3Nl1Ehs
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Wanneer meisjes durven ondernemen
Veel meisjes hebben geen financiële zekerheid. Door naar school te gaan, vergroten ze hun kansen om werk te vinden of een eigen bedrijf te starten.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
🚨 As the conflict escalates in the Middle East, many families are forced to leave home. Alam Janbein, Director of Programmes for Lebanon & Syria, is raising the alarm. Children, especially girls & young women, are at grave risk. Protect children in crisis, donate now: bit.ly/3P3gjhR. 💙
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐫𝐚𝐧 & 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭. Children should never be targets of war. In Lebanon & Gaza, our teams are providing essential help to the most vulnerable. 👉 Full statement: planinternational.be/fr-be/actual...
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Escalade du conflit : civil·es principalement touché·es
L'escalade des conflits militaires en Iran et au Moyen-Orient met les enfants en grand danger.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
⚠ Children should NEVER be targets of war. As violence escalates in the Middle East, Plan International echoes the UN Secretary‑General’s call for an immediate #CeaseFire & full respect for international humanitarian. Protecting children must remain the absolute priority.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Girls and women, among them DJ Amelie Lens, are sharing their experiences with harassment, intimidation and violence. This is not a "women's problem", but a shared responsibility. Active bystanders play a crucial role — and that really is not as difficult as it seems. Only five letters to remember 👇
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐝𝐚𝐧 continues to escalate: killings, disappearances, starvation, sexual violence... Children and girls are especially at risk. The world cannot look away. We do not look away. Help Plan International provide aid to the population. Full statement: bit.ly/46Yol1m
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Humanitaire crisis in Soedan wordt erger
Soedan staat voor een catastrofale humanitaire noodsituatie, met massamoorden, seksueel geweld, marteling... Plan International blijft hulp bieden.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
🫶𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲. 👨‍🏫Plan International supports teachers around the world to protect girls from child marriage. By listening, supporting or mediating, they help girls preserve and build their own future. 💙Discover their stories in our blog: planinternational.be/nl-be/nieuws...
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School: cruciaal in het voorkomen van kindhuwelijken
Leerkrachten kunnen meisjes beschermen tegen vroegtijdige huwelijken en hun autonomie en veiligheid verbeteren. En dat door te observeren, luisteren en steunen
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Child marriage is a domino effect: girls drop out of school, have limited perspectives, and suffer from early pregnancy, violence & isolation. 💙 Let's stop it now by keeping girls in school, creating safe spaces where they can express themselves, and engaging with communities to change mindsets.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Sudan: 22 INGOs warn of famine-level acute malnutrition in 2 new regions of North Darfur. Without access to health services, children face greater risks of disease. We need immediate, safe & unhindered humanitarian access and a rapid increase in resources. Read the statement: bit.ly/3ZhqXDz
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Soedan: 22 ngo’s maken zich zorgen over de verergerende hongersnood
Plan International waarschuwt dat acute ondervoeding in Noord-Darfur zich uitbreidt en miljoenen kinderen in gevaar kan brengen.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
How can girls build their future when access to education & job opportunities is limited, & violence & gender norms undermine their ambitions? 🎥 Here are the concrete measures from Plan International to make a difference in Senegal! Help us empower girls through education! #FillHerClassroom
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
🌧️ Severe floods are hitting Mozambique, Malawi & Zimbabwe, disrupting +665,000 people's lives. Many children's education is stopped due to damaged schools. Plan International is setting up safe spaces for them to play, learn & regain hope. 👉 Full statement: planinternational.be/nl-be/nieuws...
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Overstroming: scholen in Zuidelijk Afrika gesloten
In Mozambique, Malawi en Zimbabwe kunnen duizenden kinderen niet naar school als gevolg van de ernstige overstromingen daar.
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Plan International Belgium @planbelgium.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
At 17, Rathanaty was forced into marriage. After giving birth to a child, her future was uncertain. 💔 But with support from Plan International, she trained as a esthetician and could open her own salon. 💪 🎒 Together, let's help girls take back control of their future. #FillHerClassroom
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