INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE GIRL CHILD

in #girlsfoundation5 years ago (edited)

Every 11th of October is International day of the girl child. Even though it is not celebrated like Christmas or Easter, it is still a day to reckon with an important figure in a society - the Girl Child.

I will start this article with the words of Michelle Obama:

No country can ever truly fluorish if it stifles the potential of it's women.

She has said what is very important to the growth of a country. Yes, she mentioned 'women' but the growth of a girl child determines the kind of woman she can be. If a country don't protect and support a girl child, the country won't fluorish too.

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A girl child is exposed to lots of danger such as rape, child abuse, trafficking or child labor which is dangerous to her. They can Mar the potential of a girl child. My concern is with the Government, what are they doing to protect these children? Are there efficient laws to protect them? I believe No. So many victims have committed suicide because of discimination. Instead of the law taking his turn, the children are blamed and this leads to psychology problem for them.

Every girl child living with their parents or legal guardian should be celebrated today. Despite the odds against them, they still go through life to become important figures - Doctors, Senators, Lawyers, Presidents etcetera in the society.

I am single as at the moment of writing this article but when I get married and have a girl child, I will celebrate her every 11th of October and after the celebration, I will sit her down and educate her about the society we live in. This is essential in their growth. I have seen mothers and fathers shown love on their international days so the girl children shouldn't be left out.

Sex education is also important on this day, let them know the good, bad and ugly aspects of sex. This will prepare their minds about the future and the path to take. Also, prayers are necessary. Prayer is the key as long as we know how to use it.

Parents should watch their girl child closely. It is the responsibilities of both parties. Protect your child from pervert uncles, teachers and boys. Also, girl child should learn to open up to anyone they can relate with. Don't mind the threat, talk to someone about your condition before it gets worse.

Dear reader, train up your child, educate her, empower and enlighten her so she can let you rest when you are old. The girl child you don't train will turn to liability to you and/or her husband tomorrow. Finally, whether we have a girl child or not, we should extend a giving hand to a girl child in need just like @faetee is doing with @girlsfoundation, this will reduce crime in the society.

On behalf of myself, I celebrate every girl-child home and abroad, I pray you all find favor, be successful and make your parents proud. This is my wish and prayer to you all. For the neglected and abandoned ones, may you find peace, love and comfort in the right place so you wouldn't enter into the life of crime.


On this international day of the girl child, I wish an important figure in my life a HAPPY BIRTHDAY @itoroarchibong. This is a new year ahead, it will be great, magnificent and favorable for you.

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