Stories are powerful — they can inspire you, make you think or move you to tears. We took a look back at the top 10 most-read stories on the Plan blog in 2021. If you missed them, here’s your chance to catch up!
What’s happening with the global migration crisis?
Our world has undergone a lot in the past couple of years. On top of the pandemic, did you know that right now more people are migrating than ever before? Many girls around the world don’t have a place to call home. Find out more about this ongoing global crisis.
Did you know? “Developing countries” is more controversial than you think
Language can be tricky, and is always evolving. Find out 3 reasons why saying “developing country” is more controversial than you might think.
Here’s the latest: What do COVID-19 vaccines mean for the rest of the world?
Your access to COVID-19 vaccines depends on where you live in the world. This bog post from July explains how and why global distribution matters, especially for low-income communities and girls.
Reading list: 9 books exploring race in the U.S.
This 2020 blog post was just as relevant and popular throughout 2021. You’ll find nine powerful books that will challenge what you think you know about race in America and inspire you to stand against inequality.
5 life-changing New Year’s resolutions for 2022
It’s that time of year again — here are five inspiring ideas for New Year’s resolutions that will help you better yourself, while helping others at the same time. Win-win.
Meet 4 “girl dads” advocating for gender equality
This story came out just in time for Father’s Day — but it’s meaningful any time of the year. Meet four “girl dads” from around the world who are doing amazing things for their daughters and for the fight for gender equality.
Did you know? Fashion designers in Africa are changing more than styles
Vibrant colors, modern twists on traditions, bold statements — Africa’s fashion designers are finally starting to get the attention they deserve. And it’s not just new textiles and silhouettes — they’re also creating change.
4 reasons to sponsor with your own child
Every parent wants to raise their child to be a compassionate, empathetic and generous adult — someone who tries their best to make the world a better place. But how do you take something abstract like giving back and make it tangible and even fun for kids? This post explains 4 reasons that sponsoring a child with your own family might help you do just that.
This is a story about something taboo: periods. Because it’s time we all get over them. And what better way to fight the stigma than to share personal first-period stories with the world?
What are people getting wrong about the Central American migrant crisis?
It’s time to debunk some of the myths about Central American migration. Here are five myths that are circulating about the crisis, and why just not true.
