It is time for the world to unite in ending Forced Marriages , Human Trafficking and Gender Based Violence . End Forced Marriages Now‼️ , Educate girls ‼️
.“Empowering a girl with education is not just a noble act; it’s a transformative force that reshapes societies and builds brighter futures.” - Dr. Thandeka Mazibuko #blackwomeninoncologyinc#blackwomeninoncology
In the wake of #STIforum 2024, let us remember that our journey does not end with the closing remarks. It is a continuous voyage towards a future where science and technology serves humanity and leaves no one behind. #blackwomeninoncologyinc represented at the #UnitedNations
UN #CSW68 , thank you for this amazing Task Team , for your support over the years , for providing this opportunity.
Their Task Team is truly the best equipped to address the challenges of #forcedmarriage. We are eager to get to work. #endforcedmarriage#endchildmarriage
#endforcedmarriage "Let's shift the narrative to include the silent suffering of children born from forced marriages. It's time to abolish the term 'child marriage' and acknowledge the plight of these survivors' children." - Dr. Thandeka Mazibuko #endchildmarriage#childofachild
#endforcedmarriage My advocacy for survivors of forced marriage is not just a mission,but a testament to the resilience & strength of women. Inspired by Maya Angelou, I stand for all women, including those whose voices remain unheard.” - Dr. Thandeka Mazibuko,MD #endchildmarriage
#endforcedmarriage“South African leaders and organisations may despise my outspokenness about being forced into marriage at age 17, before I became a medical doctor but the truth cannot remain hidden behind manipulated statistics.” - Dr. Thandeka Mazibuko #endchildmarriage
Victory is ours!” Dr. Thandeka Mazibuko exclaimed, as survivors of forcedmarriage took control of their narrative at #CSW68. No longer manipulated abused by organizations, that have sidelined, threaten & refused survivors to be panelist celebrated newfound space #endchildmarrige
Survivors of #forcedmarriage are not objects to be manipulated or controlled; they are individuals with valuable skills, talents, & aspirations, few have achieved remarkable feats like becoming doctors." - Dr. Thandeka Mazibuko #endforcedmarriages#endchildmarriage#csw68
In the face of adversity, Dr. Thandeka Mazibuko didn’t just survive; she soared. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of education and the unwavering spirit of survivors who refuse to let their past define their future. #CSW68#endforcedmarriages#endchildmarriage
From the shackles of forced marriage at 17, Dr. Thandeka Mazibuko @cancerdr3 emerged as a beacon of hope and resilience. Her journey from survivor to scholar says education is not just a path to enlightenment but also a powerful tool for liberation. #endchildmarriage#CSW68
forced marriage contradicts God's will, impeding the sacred purpose He has for His children. Let us break down the barriers of oppression and walk in the divine freedom God intended." - Dr. Thandeka Mazibuko MD #endforcedmarriage#CSW68#endchildmarriage
Debunk the myths about survivors of forced marriage , this is a fact that there is a survivor of forced marriage who became a medical doctor and specialized in #RadiationOncology , this made many organisations angry than happy at #CSW68#endforcedmarriages#endchildmarriage
@UNICEF Did you know that survivors of forced marriage are medical doctors? Just like they did to Africa, showing pictures of Africans with flies, now they are doing the same to survivors of forced marriage." - Dr. Thandeka Mazibuko survivor of forced marriage at 17 #endchildmarriage
@GPChildMarriage "Did you know that at this event was a medical doctor who was a survivor of forced marriage, Dr. Thandeka Mazibuko? Only the speakers knew this, and Nankali Maskud of @unicef . She remained quiet, healing herself from triggers and sidelining. #endchildmarriage
Did you know that the E you used to launch your phase III was @cancerdr3 idea which was discussed with Nankali Maskud in March 2023, a medical doctor who is a survivor of forced marriage. This is going down to history
Entering #PhaseIII marks not only a continuation but a transformative evolution in our dedication to empowerment.
Come onboard for our mission to ensure every girl enjoys her right to a childhood and a future she desires.
#CSW68#EndChildMarriage#AVoice#AChoice#AFuture