Malala Fund, Plan International, MENAFem, Nala Feminist Collective and Restless Development outline why debt justice is key to securing girls’ rights — and what the G20 must do next to build more just, resilient and economically independent societies.
Girls need an education that gives them the skills to thrive and the chance to shape their own futures. The world needs stronger health systems, resilient democracies, growing economies and greater climate security. For Malala Fund and our partners, the path to both begins with debt reform.
In 2025, G20 countries have a historic opportunity to fix a broken system. Leaders must take bold action now to fulfil the promise of universal education. By putting girls at the centre of debt reform, we can create more just, resilient and equitable societies.
We invite you — whether you're part of government, civil society, academia or the global development community — to join us in this campaign. Let’s ensure adolescent girls are not sidelined in global economic decisions, but are seen and treated as the future-builders that they are.
Inside the brief you’ll find:
Why debt justice is a girls’ rights issue
How the G20’s Common Framework is failing — and what must change
Concrete reforms to protect education and social spending
A feminist agenda for sustainable debt solutions
Girls’ voices and demands for inclusion in decision-making
Read the full brief below.
