The Girl-Child

Abstract

Strategic Objectives:

L1. Eliminate all forms of discrimination against the girl-child

L2. Eliminate negative cultural attitudes and practices against girls

L3. Promote and protect the rights of the girl-child and increase awareness of her needs and potential

L4. Eliminate discrimination against girls in education, skills development and training

L5. Eliminate discrimination against girls in health and nutrition

L6. Eliminate the economic exploitation of child labour and protect young girls at work

L7. Eradicate violence against the girl-child

L.8 Promote the girl-child's awareness of and participation in social, economic and political life.

L9. Strengthen the role of the family in improving the status of the girl-child.