Representing rural women and stepping into my power as a leader
When she thrives, we all thrive
Together this giving season, we can make a difference that ripples outward to benefit everyone.
Fatuma, Learner Guide and student representative at The East African Community (EAC) Women's Intergenerational Dialog, Tanzania
My experiences as a Learner Guide and student representative at the East African Community Women’s Intergenerational Dialog have given me the confidence to speak boldly and lead effectively.
With the support of CAMFED and the sisterhood, my path has been one of resilience and determination despite the odds stacked against me. After completing school, I trained as a CAMFED Learner Guide – a ‘big sister’ and mentor to support vulnerable girls to stay in school. My role as a Learner Guide has given me the confidence to speak boldly and lead effectively. Now, in my second year at college, my leadership skills have blossomed.
Recognizing my potential, my college recommended me as one of the student representatives for the Intergenerational Dialog on Women in Leadership, held at the East Africa Community Headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania. I stood tall with leaders from eight African countries, as I represented my college and the aspirations of countless young women. I learned invaluable lessons about igniting the power of women to become effective leaders, lessons that I carry with me as I continue to inspire and lead.