Around the world, girls are breaking stereotypes and overcoming barriers that have long held them back — from being denied an education and facing early or forced marriage to experiencing gender-based violence. Despite these challenges, they continue to pursue their dreams and strive to reach their full potential. On Sunday's International #DayofTheGirl and every day, join unwomen in standing with girls as they take charge of their futures. “Together, let us defend the right of all girls to a childhood, and ensure every daughter, every sister, grows up free to shape her own future,” #UnitedNations Secretary-General antonioguterres stresses.