Archive · 14 Aug 2025
UN Report: 15 Million Girls Out of School Due to Gender Discrimination
A new report says that around the world, 15 million young girls who should be in elementary school aren't, because of unfair treatment based on their gender.
Even though more girls are going to school than before, there are still big differences in some places.
When girls get to go to school longer, they're less likely to get married young, and more likely to get jobs and be healthy.
However, some girls have to quit school because they get pregnant or have to help at home.
15 million primary-age girls globally are out of school due to gender discrimination.
Disparities remain in some regions, with up to 48.1% of girls out of school.
The report highlights 15 million girls compared to 10 million boys not in primary school.
Education reduces early marriage, increases employment, and improves well-being.
Early pregnancy and domestic responsibilities contribute to girls dropping out of secondary school.
- Who
- UN Women, focusing on girls and young women globally.
- What
- A UN report revealed that 15 million girls are out of primary school.
- When
- The report was released on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
- Where
- Globally, with specific focus on disparities in certain regions.
- Why
- To highlight gender discrimination's impact on education access.
- Organization
- UN Women
- Girls out of School
- 15 million
- Boys out of School
- 10 million
- Region Disparity
- Up to 48.1% of girls
- Issue
- Gender Discrimination
