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MTV tackles FGM and child marriage through drama
The new shows will examine the issues of early marriage in Egypt and sex work in India - which can prevent girls from getting an education.
Presenting… inspiring stories of our Global Youth Ambassadors who overcame child marriage and blindness
All this week, we’re highlighting the stories of our amazing youth advocates - here are comic-style tales of how two of them battled to beat the odds.
“100 scholarships will help me to achieve my goal of getting kids into school”
As part of a week celebrating the inspiring work of our Global Youth Ambassadors, we hear from Sylvia Kakyo in Uganda about some exciting news that reflects her passion for education.
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Education and trauma help for children living in Ukraine war zone
A new project will help 13,800 children and young people with school supplies and psychological support.
200,000 children get lessons by radio in conflict-hit Lake Chad region
Children displaced and out of school because of Boko Haram activities in Cameroon and Niger are being taught remotely.
“Being a Global Youth Ambassador brings opportunities to grow, learn and develop new skills”
As part of a week celebrating the inspiring work of our Global Youth Ambassadors, we learn how they can use our worldwide campaigns to impact local issues.
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Parents pay for teachers to ensure their children get an education
An initiative has been launched in Guinea-Bissau, where teachers' pay is erratic and many refuse to turn up for work.
“Street children in Uganda go online to debate inequality with friends all over the world”
A project where street children discuss issues with people from other countries is helping to tackle stigma - and is being taken into their own communities.
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Girl soldiers just want to go back to school in DRC
Almost half of the girls interviewed for a major report said they had joined armed groups after their families could no longer afford school fees.
Our heroes: we pay tribute to the inspiring work of Global Youth Ambassadors
We’re highlighting the stories of our amazing youth advocates all week - starting with comic-style tales of how they overcame the odds.