Tag Archives: Day of the Girl Child

Happy International Day of the Girl!

Posted on October 11, 2013 by katiequirkauthor

Today, October 11th, is the second annual celebration of the International Day of the Girl.  There’s so much that I admire about this special day–that a group of girls and young women started the push to make if official, that … Continue reading →

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Real ‘Girl Power:’ Another Story Behind A Girl Called Problem

Posted on May 16, 2013 by katiequirkauthor

I recently wrote an essay for my publisher’s blog about a former student of mine who had the courage to speak out against sexual bribery at the university where I taught in Tanzania. Her story and many others make me … Continue reading →

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