Plan International Australia

New global research from Plan International has found that one in 10 (11%) of girls and young women reported having harmful online experiences daily or almost daily, with almost 40% reporting they have been harassed at least once a month. Girls and young women worldwide have for years, demanded social media and tech companies take urgent action to protect them, with study after study finding shocking accounts of escalating online violence – here in Australia and in almost all corners of the globe. This research comes as eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman - Grant, this week issued legal notices to large tech companies – holding them to account on what they are doing to combat AI-generated child abuse material, deep fakes, online grooming and sexual extortion. The legal notices will require tech giants such as Apple, Google and Microsoft in Australia to report to eSafety every six months about the measures they have in place to tackle online violence on their platforms. Girls have a right to be supported and protected from online violence and harm. Read our full statement here: https://lnkd.in/gguSswps Susanne Legena

That's 19,326 people who received immediate lifesaving aid that included nutritious food, clean water, education and dignity kits, child protection training and gender-based violence awareness training. By becoming a Plan Rapid Responder, you can help us provide support to children and their families when disaster strikes. Join today: https://lnkd.in/gRC_uPHG #ChildrenInCrisis #Emergencies Susanne Legena

"To call the situation catastrophic is an understatement." Listen in to Plan International Australia's Disaster Risk Management Expert, Sara Sinada, as she describes the desperate conditions in Sudan for children and their families. Donate to provide safe shelter and lifesaving aid: https://lnkd.in/g2juxU3S https://lnkd.in/guP8gD3z

Today, together with other humanitarian organisations, we provide a snapshot of the immense obstacles that are getting in the way of delivering aid to children and families in #Gaza who desperately need it. For Plan International and our partners, trucks containing 1,030 food kits and 1,350 hygiene kits have been stuck in Egypt for more than one month. And a further 1,000 bedding sets have been procured in Egypt but are also unable to enter. Alongside many other humanitarian organisations, we note that our presence in Gaza is solely due to the unwavering commitment of our colleagues despite great risks to their own lives. The danger our colleagues are exposed to each moment are unacceptable. Today, the issue is not just a "shrinking" humanitarian space; there is hardly any space left to operate in at all. Together, we continue to call for an immediate and lasting #CeaseFireNow. It is the only way to provide humanitarian assistance and protect lives.   Read the full report of the daily challenges faced by humanitarians, made worse by conflict, bombardment, gunfire, and siege tactics here: https://lnkd.in/gsKAJT83 Susanne Legena

It's that time of the year again! Our amazing supporter, Harv Kler, is lacing up his running shoes to take on #City2Surf for an impressive 6th consecutive year! Over the last 5 years, with support from his amazing family, friends and colleagues, Harv has raised over $250,000 and sponsored 86 girls through his City2Surf fundraising efforts. But he’s not stopping there. This year Harv’s goal is to sponsor 101 girls and raise over $75,000! We are so grateful for Harv’s dedication to girls education and empowerment and the incredible impact he's making with the support of his community. There is still time to support Harv and help him reach his goal. Every donation brings us closer to a better and more equal world for all children. Go Harv! Donate to his City2Surf page: https://lnkd.in/gb4b6S9u Image: Harv and his daughter, Sachi. Susanne Legena

We are thrilled to announce Hollywood actress and equality activist Phoebe Tonkin into the Plan family as a national ambassador for Plan International Australia.   Together, we will be working to create a future where all girls are equal and free from violence, conflict, and discrimination and have access to an education.   The humanitarian need has never been greater and girls and children around the world desperately need immediate support.   Our Children in Crisis Fund is a rapid response fund which provides urgent, lifesaving help to children facing emergencies, deployed within 24 hours of an emergency or disaster happening.   Become a Plan Rapid Responder: https://lnkd.in/g8_jYN9g   Read our full statement: https://lnkd.in/g3FxF_gR Susanne Legena

In emergencies, it is difficult for girls, women and people who menstruate to manage their periods with dignity as access to period products, water and other essential services become limited. Our Children in Crisis Fund provides dignity and hygiene kits to help in the management of periods in emergencies. They include necessities like soap, sanitary pads and toilet paper. Between November and December 2023, we provided 1,000 dignity kits to refugees from Sudan. By becoming a Plan Rapid Responder, you can make sure that menstrual health management is a priority in emergencies for those who need it. Join today: https://lnkd.in/gRC_uPHG Susanne Legena

Plan International condemns the attacks by the Russian military across Ukraine, including on the Okhmatdyt Children’s Hospital in Kyiv which has resulted in over 20 people confirmed dead. The ongoing war in Ukraine is having a catastrophic impact on children’s physical and mental health. Civilians, especially children, must be protected and not targeted. We demand an immediate and unequivocal end to all violations against children in conflict and for International Humanitarian Law to be respected. Donate now to provide lifesaving humanitarian assistance for children in Ukraine through our Children in Crisis Fund: https://lnkd.in/gRC_uPHG Read our full media statement: https://lnkd.in/gYRf7Kq9 Susanne Legena

It's all happening this Wednesday! The next LCOY will be in Naarm/Melbourne and it's the perfect opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about climate advocacy and sharing your perspectives of climate change. The event will cover everything from what is COP and how it all connects to climate justice in Australia to specific policy and climate topics. Get your tickets now: https://lnkd.in/g7pyc6dv We can't wait to see you all there! This event is supported by Plan International Australia, Australian Youth For International Climate Engagement Incorporated (AYFICE) and UNICEF Australia. Susanne Legena

Today marks the beginning of NAIDOC week! The theme for this year is ‘Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud & Proud’, honouring and celebrating the enduring strength and vitality of First Nations cultures. We encourage everyone to get involved and see what's happening around you. Check here for resources and local events: https://www.naidoc.org.au/ #NAIDOC2024 #NAIDOCWeek Susanne Legena