The National Council for Childhood and Motherhood, led by Dr. Sahar El-Senbati, celebrated four outstanding girls on International Girls' Day. The girls, aged 14 to 18, were given the opportunity to lead the council for a day. This initiative reflects the council's commitment to empowering girls and promoting their participation in decision-making.
Dr. Sahar El-Senbati emphasized that International Girls' Day is an important occasion to renew commitment to supporting girls' rights and investing in their abilities. She highlighted the importance of providing girls with opportunities to achieve their ambitions and participate in building society. Empowering girls and promoting their self-confidence is a crucial step towards building a safer and more equitable future.
The four girls who participated in the event were Aliya Amr Sayyed, 14, Fatima Ahmed Salama, 15, Amina Ahmed El-Mahdi, 16, and Lina Mohamed, 18. Each girl presented her vision for the issues that concern girls and children. They also expressed their aspirations for a society that provides them with protection, equal opportunities, and the ability to achieve their potential.
Aliya Amr Sayyed expressed her desire to enhance protection for girls online and promote digital awareness among them. She emphasized the importance of allowing every girl to use the internet and social media safely. Fatima Ahmed Salama highlighted the need to support girls who are victims of bullying. She pointed out the role of art in expressing their suffering and confronting this phenomenon.
Amina Ahmed El-Mahdi shed light on the needs of children who face challenges due to family breakdown. She expressed her wish for every child to grow up in a family that provides love, care, and psychological stability. Lina Mohamed emphasized the importance of supporting the rights of girls with disabilities and promoting opportunities for their participation and integration into society.
The event confirmed the importance of listening to girls' voices and involving them in discussing issues that affect their lives. This initiative aims to promote their confidence in their abilities, support their community participation, and affirm that every girl has the right to dream, learn, participate, and shape her future.
The National Council for Childhood and Motherhood's initiative is a step towards creating a society that values and supports girls' rights and aspirations. By providing a platform for girls to express themselves and participate in decision-making, the council is promoting a culture of equality and empowerment.
Key points
- The National Council for Childhood and Motherhood celebrated four outstanding girls on International Girls' Day, giving them a chance to lead the council for a day.
- The initiative aims to promote girls' empowerment, self-confidence, and participation in decision-making.
- The girls who participated in the event expressed their aspirations for a society that provides protection, equal opportunities, and the ability to achieve their potential.
