On the occasion of the International Day of the Girls 2025, we are honored to share these important statements signed by the Sacred Heart at the United Nations Office on behalf of the Society of the Sacred Heart. These statements address issues affecting girls and women worldwide, emphasizing the urgent need for legal and social reforms to achieve gender justice and uphold human dignity.

The first statement by the Justice Coalition of Religious highlights ongoing legal and judicial barriers that prevent women and girls from accessing justice, calling for comprehensive measures to eliminate gender-based violence, child marriage, and discrimination in legal systems globally. It also presents grassroots and congregation-led initiatives supporting survivors and advocating for systemic change.

Click here to read the statement from the Justice Coalition of Religious

The second statement from the Working Group on Girls underscores the persistent violations of girls’ rights under discriminatory laws and cultural practices, advocating for the full implementation of human rights for girls at all life stages. It stresses the necessity of ending harmful practices like child marriage and female genital mutilation, while promoting justice systems that are responsive, accessible, and inclusive for all girls.

Click here to read the statement from the Working Group on Girls

Together, these statements reaffirm our collective commitment to a world where every girl can live free from violence, discrimination, and fear, with equitable access to justice, education, and opportunity.