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Girl Rising Events and Campaigns
Throughout the year we come together to share stories, explore issues, advocate for change, and celebrate achievements. Join us for in-person events, virtual gatherings and global campaigns as we all work together to break through the barriers to girls’ education and fight for a fairer future.
Sign up for our newsletter and follow us on social media for regular updates and learn more about our upcoming and past events here.
Upcoming Events
Wed, May 29WestportMay 29, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMWestport, 25 Powers Ct, Westport, CT 06880, USAMay 29, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMWestport, 25 Powers Ct, Westport, CT 06880, USAJoin us for a special event celebrating the power of girls. We’ll screen portions of our award-winning documentary film "Girl Rising" followed by a lively conversation. Buy tickets: https://tickets.westportplayhouse.org/6512/6513
Thu, Oct 10New YorkOct 10, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMNew York, 25 11th Ave, New York, NY 10011, USA
Past Events
Thu, Mar 14New YorkMar 14, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EDTNew York, 777 United Nations Plaza, (44th St/1st Ave.) 11th Floor, New York, NY 10017, USA,Mar 14, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM EDTNew York, 777 United Nations Plaza, (44th St/1st Ave.) 11th Floor, New York, NY 10017, USA,An interactive event featuring Girl Rising Future Rising Fellows, we will explore youth-led climate solutions in various regions, the local impacts of climate change and how young people can make a change.
Wed, Feb 21Virtual eventFeb 21, 2024, 10:00 AM – 10:50 AM ESTVirtual event
Fri, Dec 01https://www.girlrising.org/cop28Dec 01, 2023, 7:00 PM – Dec 12, 2023, 1:18 AMhttps://www.girlrising.org/cop28Dec 01, 2023, 7:00 PM – Dec 12, 2023, 1:18 AMhttps://www.girlrising.org/cop28The most influential climate conference is happening right now! It can shape climate actions for the next year and beyond. Join us in reaching out to government leaders and turning our social media into powerful advocacy tools. Click on the link to download scripts and a social media toolkit.
Sun, Oct 01https://www.girlrising.org/idg2023Oct 01, 2023, 7:00 AM – Oct 03, 2023, 9:43 PMhttps://www.girlrising.org/idg2023Oct 01, 2023, 7:00 AM – Oct 03, 2023, 9:43 PMhttps://www.girlrising.org/idg2023From October 1 through 11, Girl Rising has been sharing a story each day focused on an individual fighting for girls’ rights as a part of our 11 Days of Stories campaign. On October 11th, International Day of the Girl, we invite you to join us in advocating for girls' right to education!
Sep 03, 2023, 12:00 AM – Sep 09, 2023, 12:00 AMgirlrising.comOn September 8, the world observes International Literacy Day. The whole week, Girl Rising will focus on the importance of literacy equity and will amplify various voices in education equity. Follow our social media accounts @girlrising to join the conversation.
Mon, Jul 17KigaliJul 17, 2023, 11:30 AM – Jul 18, 2023, 12:20 PMKigali, Kigali, RwandaJul 17, 2023, 11:30 AM – Jul 18, 2023, 12:20 PMKigali, Kigali, RwandaGirl Rising's advocates, working at the intersection of gender equity and climate action will engage in a conversation on how education saves lives, builds resilience, and paves the pathway for girls to become the climate leaders we so badly need at the Women Deliver conference in Kigali
Tue, Jun 13girlrising.org/future-rising-applicationsJun 13, 2023, 7:00 PM – Jun 29, 2023, 7:05 PMgirlrising.org/future-rising-applicationsJun 13, 2023, 7:00 PM – Jun 29, 2023, 7:05 PMgirlrising.org/future-rising-applicationsWe’re thrilled to announce that applications are open for our 2023 Future Rising Fellowship Program. The Fellowship is an incredible opportunity for young leaders, aged 17 - 25, who are passionate about creating an impact through storytelling.
Tue, May 30https://tinyurl.com/34e4rz72May 30, 2023, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AMhttps://tinyurl.com/34e4rz72May 30, 2023, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AMhttps://tinyurl.com/34e4rz72Please join members of the Future Rising team and guest speakers in an information session about the connections between climate change, environmental justice, and gender equity. You will be able to ask questions about your applications during the session.
Tue, May 09https://zoom.us/j/99752268969May 09, 2023, 6:00 PMhttps://zoom.us/j/99752268969May 09, 2023, 6:00 PMhttps://zoom.us/j/99752268969Hundreds of girls’ education and gender equity student advocates come together in our quarterly event hosted by our Student Ambassador Program. This quarter's event will feature 2021 Future Rising Fellow from Nigeria, Advisory Council Member and Visual Artist Ayomide Solanke as a speaker.
Tue, May 09https://zoom.us/j/99752268969May 09, 2023, 8:00 AMhttps://zoom.us/j/99752268969May 09, 2023, 8:00 AMhttps://zoom.us/j/99752268969Hundreds of girls’ education and gender equity student advocates come together in our quarterly event hosted by our Student Ambassador Program. This quarter's event will feature 2021 Future Rising Fellow from Nigeria, Advisory Council Member and Visual Artist Ayomide Solanke as a speaker.
Apr 21, 2023, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PMgirlrising.orgIn honor of Dr. Natasha Stevens, each year Girl Rising will provide a stipend of $500 USD to a student and/or student group looking to raise awareness in their communities about the power of girls’ education. These event(s) or activities must be centered around Girl Rising and the global movement dr
Wed, Apr 12girlrising.orgApr 12, 2023, 7:00 AM – Apr 13, 2023, 7:00 AMgirlrising.org
Wed, Mar 29WashingtonMar 29, 2023, 7:00 AM – 7:05 AMWashington, Washington, DC, USAMar 29, 2023, 7:00 AM – 7:05 AMWashington, Washington, DC, USAThe Women’s Forum is a gathering of 250 leaders promoting the work of women who are driving sustainable progress. The event fosters dialogue, creates momentum and delivers powerful messages. The event will build international cooperation for more inclusive health systems and gender-responsive climat
Tue, Mar 21New YorkMar 21, 2023, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PMNew York, 405 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, USAMar 21, 2023, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PMNew York, 405 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, USAUN Water Side Event Girl Rising, UN DESA, and the Permanent Mission of Monaco to the UN co-host a powerful event highlighting the link between girls’ education and climate-related water crises. Future Rising Fellows Mercy, Leticia, Tia, Lauren and Hilda will share their stories of innovative solutio
Tue, Mar 14New YorkMar 14, 2023, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM EDTNew York, 777 United Nations Plaza, New York, NY 10017, USAMar 14, 2023, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM EDTNew York, 777 United Nations Plaza, New York, NY 10017, USAOn March 14, during United Commission on Status of Women 67 Future Rising Fellows Hilda Flavia Nakabuye, Lauren Ritchie, Mercy Kamonjo, and Tia Kennedy will share their compelling stories of addressing climate crises in their communities. GPE Global Advocacy Policy Lead, Sirtaj Kaur, will also share
Mon, Mar 06Miami BeachMar 06, 2023, 7:00 PM – Mar 08, 2023, 7:00 PMMiami Beach, Miami Beach, FL, USA
Tue, Feb 14WashingtonFeb 14, 2023, 7:00 PMWashington, Washington, DC, USAFeb 14, 2023, 7:00 PMWashington, Washington, DC, USAGirl Rising will present our most recent impact data and findings from our program in Pakistan and Kenya. The panel will include Christina Lowery, CEO; Khuzama Khan, Director of Measurement and Evaluation; and Carol Ochieng, Founder of Big Picture Learning Kenya, our program partner in Kenya.
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