Young performers on stage at the event in Kuala Lumpur.
WITH the right environment, opportunities and support, vulnerable children can thrive and achieve their dreams.
That’s the message international humanitarian organisation World Vision Malaysia brought across at the wrap-up of its 1,000 Girls Campaign in Kuala Lumpur.
Kicking off in July, the campaign sought to change the lives of 1,000 girls by finding them sponsors for International Day of the Girl.
Sponsorship will equip these girls and their communities with knowledge of their rights, dismantling barriers that hamper their potential and opening doors to brighter futures.
“In many rural communities, girls are often neglected,” said World Vision Malaysia chief executive officer Terry Leong.
“Their well-being and needs are often sacrificed for the purported greater good of their family and community.
“This can be in terms of being denied an education, forced into early marriage or sent to the workforce prematurely.
“Our campaign aims to change that for 1,000 girls and, at the same time, change traditional mindsets.”
The theme of the finale, “She Matters: Dreams in Bloom,” reflect the organisation’s belief that every girl matters, regardless of their background.
“And when given the opportunity, each can thrive and blossom, leading to a long-term impact that extends far beyond her – transforming families, communities and future generations,” Leong said.
To date, 938 girls have been sponsored. For details on how to take part, visit worldvision.com.my
