Working in 17 countries in the region of the Middle East, Eastern and Southern Africa (MEESA) to advance children’s rights and equality for girls.

Regional Office Nairobi, Kenya
Joined October 2013
🚨 BREAKING: Time to #ChangeHerForecast! 💨 This #InternationalDayoftheGirl, we’re launching #ChangeHerForecast to spotlight how #ClimateChange is shaping girls’ health & rights and why girls must be at the heart of climate and humanitarian action plan-international.org/campa…
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A week later, and we’re still talking about it. 📢 On #InternationalDayoftheGirl, we came together around one shared ambition: changing the forecast for girls. The day may be over, but the commitment isn’t. 🎥 Here’s a look back. #ChangeHerForecast #GirlsRights @PlanKenya
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How can we #ChangeHerForecast? For girls, the #climatecrisis is not something in the distant future. It is happening now, and the consequences are life-changing. Here's why we are calling on governments, donors, community leaders, and the international community to act NOW👇🏾
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“Choices made now will determine whether a generation of Syrian children are able to rebuild their lives, or whether years of lost learning will deepen vulnerability.” Regional Director @hmaalim addressing the UN Security Council Here's his full speech webtv.un.org/en
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We listened. We learned. We committed. 💙 Ahead of #IDG2026, we brought together girls and young people, partners, donors and allies to explore how the #climatecrisis is shaping girls’ lives, and what we can do about it. The question now: How will you help #ChangeHerForecast?
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Karen, 20, knows how different her life could have been without #education. Today, she advocates for girls in her community in #Zimbabwe to stay in school and pursue their dreams. 🏫📚 Keeping girls in school helps protect their rights and expand their choices. #FundEducation
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In a single week in late August, at least 4 children in #Gaza were killed & many more injured. That week was not an exception. 301 children have been killed in Gaza in the 11 months since a ceasefire was announced. Children & civilian infrastructure must never be attacked.
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Cholera is tearing through communities in Sudan's El-Obeid, compounded by incessant rains and recent drone strikes that have crippled critical medical facilities and left thousands without access to urgent treatment and life-saving medications. plan-international.org/middl…
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Help us spread the word! Details below.
📢 Consultancy Opportunity Our Regional Hub @PlanMEESA is seeking an experienced consultant to develop a donor-ready regional programme proposal focused on youth and women's economic empowerment across the Great Lakes region.
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📢 CONSULTANCY OPPORTUNITY @PlanMEESA seeks a consultant/firm to lead a regional research study on harmful practices affecting girls and young women across Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia & cross-border contexts. 📅 Application Deadline:15-7-2026 📧 [email protected]
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What is the price of a day without water? For millions of girls, it's a day without school, safety and dignity. This is their day. Everyday 👉 plan-international.org/middl… No girl should have to choose between water and her future. #EverydayForHer #DayoftheAfricanChild
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The extension of the Lebanon Flash Appeal recognises the crisis is far from over, but recognition isn’t enough. Children and families need urgent funding now, as displacement rises, shelters overcrowd, and basic services strain. plan-international.org/middl…
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In eastern Rwanda, early childhood centres are helping children learn, play & access nutritious meals, while parents strengthen caregiving. 115 centres now reach 1,279 children & 908 families, alongside kitchen gardens&savings groups. Read more here>>> linkedin.com/posts/in-easter…
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In an IDP camp in Sudan’s North Kordofan, 10‑year‑old Fathia returned to school after 3 years of disruption caused by conflict. Restoring her hope for the future. Education remains a lifeline in emergencies and investment is critical to ensure learning is not lost to conflict.
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The recently announced 10-day ceasefire in #Lebanon must be more than temporary relief. What people need now is sustained peace, safe conditions for return and the support to rebuild their lives with dignity. Read more in our statement plan-international.org/middl…
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