The Fondation Diaka Camara is preparing for the second edition of its African Royality gala, scheduled for November 6 in Conakry, Guinea. The event aims to raise funds for the foundation's various programs, particularly in education and combating gender-based violence. On November 5, the foundation's founder, Diaka Camara, and partners held a press conference to present the objectives of the gala. The event was attended by several partners, including American actor Terrence Howard, who came from Los Angeles to support the initiative.
The African Royality gala seeks to mobilize resources to support the foundation's programs, particularly in education. Diaka Camara emphasized that educating girls and combating gender-based violence are challenges that go beyond Guinea's borders. She stressed the importance of collective engagement and mobilization around these causes. The foundation's initiatives include the Zénab Soumah scholarship program, which provides support to girls from primary school to university, including tuition fees, uniforms, and school supplies.
The Zénab Soumah scholarship program has seen an increase in the number of beneficiaries, from 47 to 70. The foundation provides support to girls throughout their education, including English and computer classes to enhance their skills. Another key initiative is the construction of school libraries, with the goal of building 15 libraries in the Greater Conakry area. Four libraries have already been completed or are under construction, including those at Lycée 2-Octobre, Château d'Eau, and 1er-Mars.
The foundation is also involved in combating gender-based violence through its "Brisons le silence" campaign. Diaka Camara explained that some victims of violence do not report their cases due to financial dependence or precarious living conditions. The foundation provides support to these women, including medical expenses, psychological consultations, and legal fees. The foundation's efforts aim to provide a safe and supportive environment for girls and women to access education and report cases of violence.
The partnership between the foundation and the Ministry of Sports is based on the educational role of sports. Marawa Touré, representative of the Ministry of Sports, emphasized that sports go beyond competitions and physical exercise, also providing a way to self-educate and develop oneself. Malick Kébé, director of FODAC, highlighted the link between education, culture, sports, and youth, stressing that sustainable development cannot be achieved without investment in human capital.
The second edition of the African Royality gala aims not only to mobilize funds but also to bring together personalities from the cultural, sports, and economic worlds around a common objective: improving access to education and providing better perspectives for young girls. The Fondation Diaka Camara's goal is to continue its actions and strengthen its impact on communities. The gala is expected to raise awareness and support for the foundation's initiatives.
The African Royality gala is a key event for the Fondation Diaka Camara, which has been working to improve girls' education and combat gender-based violence in Guinea. With the support of partners like Terrence Howard and the Ministry of Sports, the foundation aims to make a lasting impact on the lives of young girls and women in Guinea. The gala will help to raise funds and awareness for the foundation's programs, ultimately contributing to a more equitable and sustainable future for all.
Key points
- The Fondation Diaka Camara's African Royality gala aims to raise funds for girls' education and combat gender-based violence in Guinea.
- The foundation's initiatives include the Zénab Soumah scholarship program and the construction of school libraries.
- The gala seeks to bring together personalities from the cultural, sports, and economic worlds to support a common objective: improving access to education for young girls.
