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INTERNATIONAL GIRLS IN ICT DAY 2026

The systems that shape our lives cannot be built without us

April 23 2026 - The digital divide stems from inequalities that begin in childhood. Many girls, especially those growing up in poverty or without consistent care and support, never get the chance to build skills to pursue science or take part in the digital economy. Hasina Ramisedra, a computer science student and YouthCan! participant, explains the barriers to digital inclusion and why the realities of all girls and women must be reflected in AI systems.

Sudan

Three years on: deepening crisis and the risk of a lost generation

April 15 2026 - Three years into the war, Sudan continues to face a deepening humanitarian crisis that has disrupted every aspect of life. Insecurity, disease outbreaks and rising crime are redefining what safety means for millions. Across the country, children are growing up in fear, cut off from education, protection and stability. Despite its scale, the crisis remains underreported.

Middle East

Conflict and instability take a growing toll on children’s mental health

March 31 2026 - Children across the Middle East are once again living through a period of heightened tension and insecurity as a new escalation of violence adds to years of instability affecting families across the region. Under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, every child has the right to protection, care and development - even in times of war. But as insecurity spreads, those rights are increasingly under strain.