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Amazing writeup Vickie. I am sure many in the diaspora can identify with almost all of the hurdles mentioned. Keep up.the good work.. https://t.co/lIZUzghsXa
Sierra Leone's president Rt. Brig. Julius Maada Bio fails to keep his pre and post election promise to have 30% female representation in his government . A blow to the gender parity movement. The 5050 global network expresses deep concerns at the ignoring of CRC recommendations
A woman in a position of power is a trailblazer for other women whether in politics, government, corporate boardroom local community or in the the household. Its a great responsibility not to be taken lightly. You hold the key to the door of opportunity for others. #Girlpower
A woman has the sole right to her body and what happens to it. She alone chooses when, how and to whom she gives the that right. She has the right to say no to sexual advances and to be taken seriously. #5050UK#WomensRights#HumanRights
End violence against women. Exclusion, segregation, emotional, psychological, academic, physical, economic .....#violenceisviolence no matter how it looks. There is no excuse for it.
Side by side equal representation is the best way forward for sustainable development of a country. A great leader understands the importance of balance.
*****Following the cabinet reshuffle of the President of Sierra Leone the global headquarter of the 5050 group releases a statement expressing their concern about the direction of the government towards the lack of acceptable female representation in his government.
A woman's place is on the decision making table.
Despite these difficulties, the presence of so many women in the Rwandan government has resulted in the passing of several key pieces of legislation to improve the lives of women and girls in the country