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Proc 9522ProclamationObama · DCeremonial

Proclamation 9522

International Day of the Girl, 2016

This proclamation designates October 11, 2016 as International Day of the Girl, calling on Americans to observe the day with programs advancing equality and opportunity for girls. The document largely recounts existing Obama administration initiatives on gender equality, education, and ending violence against women and girls both domestically and internationally.

Federal Register Open PDF 81 FR 70919

Impact dates

  1. International Day of the Girl observance

Key directives

  • Proclaim October 11, 2016 as International Day of the Girl
  • Call upon people of the United States to observe this day with programs, ceremonies, and activities that advance equality and opportunity for girls everywhere

Timeline

Immediate

  • October 11, 2016 designated as International Day of the Girl

Near term (90d)

  • White House to soon host first meeting of North American Working Group on Violence against Indigenous Women and Girls

Long term

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Risks & tensions

  • Document describes past and ongoing initiatives but creates no new binding obligations; 'soon' for North American Working Group meeting is vague
Proclamation 9522: International Day of the Girl, 2016 · Executive Orders