On October 10th, 2025, the Ndhiwa Sub-County came alive with color, music, and unity as hundreds gathered to celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child under the theme “The Girl I Am, the Change I Lead: Girls on the Frontlines of Crisis.” Hosted at Ndhiwa Hospital Comprehensive School, the event was organized by Twende Pamoja in partnership with several CSOs, local authorities, and community groups.
The day was a remarkable success — a true testament to collaboration, creativity, and the unstoppable spirit of girls.
Empowering Voices, Inspiring Leadership
Throughout the day, participants enjoyed exhibitions featuring children’s creative projects and partner initiatives promoting girls’ empowerment. Lunch brought smiles and laughter as students shared stories and connected beyond classrooms.
Performances of poems, songs, dances, and drama filled the air with inspiration, each echoing courage and the belief that when girls are heard, communities thrive.
A Day of Joy, Creativity, and Impact
Throughout the day, participants enjoyed exhibitions featuring children’s creative projects and partner initiatives promoting girls’ empowerment. Lunch brought smiles and laughter as students shared stories and connected beyond classrooms.
In the afternoon, participants planted trees — symbolizing growth, sustainability, and the shared commitment to a brighter, greener future for girls and the environment.
Recognizing Achievements
Government officials, CSO leaders, and community members delivered powerful speeches reaffirming their dedication to girls’ rights and education. The highlight came when the Guest of Honour, a confident young girl from Sasi Primary School, inspired her peers with the message:
“The girl I am is brave, curious, and unafraid to dream. The change I lead begins in my school and grows in my community.”
Awards and gifts, generously supported by Longhorn Publishers and other partners, recognized winners of essay and art competitions as well as all participants for their creativity and courage.
Collective Success and Future Commitment
Despite minor logistical challenges, the event’s spirit of teamwork and quick problem-solving turned every obstacle into a lesson in collaboration. Partners reaffirmed their commitment to continued mentorship, school visits, and advocacy to amplify girls’ voices and expand safe learning spaces under the Leech Project.
The day ended with laughter, rain showers, and gratitude — proof that when communities unite to uplift girls, transformation begins.
Indeed, the International Day of the Girl Child 2025 in Ndhiwa was more than a celebration — it was a promise kept, a success shared, and a movement renewed.
