engage with Roy Isbister from Saferworld’s Arms Unit

I had the privilege to also engage with Roy Isbister from Saferworld’s Arms Unit. Their expertise in disarmament and arms control contributes significantly to global peace and security efforts. Connecting with such dedicated professionals in the field of arms regulation was both inspiring and insightful. Their work in mitigating the illicit arms trade and fostering safer communities aligns with the broader goals of international security and humanitarian efforts.

SWEDI Empowers Girls on International Day of the Girl Child

SWEDI Empowers Girls on International Day of the Girl Child
Celebrating Girls’ Vision for the Future through Menstrual Hygiene Outreach

On October 11, 2024, SafeWorld Empowerment and Development Initiative (SWEDI), led by Founder and Executive Director Sewuese Asa, celebrated the International Day of the Girl Child under the global theme, “Girls’ Vision for the Future.” The event focused on empowering girls through SWEDI Care, an initiative designed to support girls’ menstrual health by distributing dignity packs, ensuring that no girl is held back by her period.

In her speech, Sewuese Asa emphasized the importance of girls’ education, health, and leadership, stating, “SWEDI Care is about more than just products; it’s about ensuring that every girl can continue to dream, learn, and lead with confidence and dignity.”

The outreach event was a resounding success, bringing attention to the critical issue of menstrual hygiene while reaffirming SWEDI’s commitment to advocating for girls’ rights and well-being.

SWEDI donates dignity packs to celebrate school girls in Abuja

Safe World Empowerment and Development Initiative (SWEDI), has donated dignitary packs to school girls to commemorate 2024 International Day of the Girl Child in Abuja.

Some of the items include sanitary pads, toothbrush and paste, toilet paper, bathing soap and vaseline among others.

The founder and Executive Director of the NGO, Ms Sewuese Asa, led the distribution on Friday, at Junior Secondary School, Kabusa, in Abuja Municipal Area Council.

Asa said that the support was in line with the 2024 theme, “Girls’ Vision for the Future”, to empower young girls through the SWEDI Care programme.

She said that the initiative was designed to support girls’ menstrual health, through sensitisation on menstrual hygiene and distribution of dignity packs.

This, she said, would ensure that no girl is held back by menstrual period.

She explained that the school outreach was to support girls’ menstrual hygiene and overall well-being, in line with the NGO’s vision of creating lasting change for women and girls across Nigeria.

The executive director also emphasised the importance of girls’ education, health and leadership training to enable them to contribute to the advancement of the society.

“SWEDI Care is more than just products; it is about ensuring that every girl can continue to dream, learn, and lead with confidence and dignity.

“The outreach has attracted the attention of stakeholders to the critical issue of menstrual hygiene among young girls.

She reaffirmed SWEDI’s commitment to continue advocating for girls’ rights and well-being.

One of the school girls, Fatima Mohammed Fatima, described the outreach as simply “informative and impactful.”

Mohammed, who is the Head Girl of the school, thanked SWEDI for the enlightenment, saying, “we have learnt about the importance of menstrual hygiene and how to take care of ourselves, especially during menstrual period.

“The dignity packs we received from SWEDI Care are going to help us to stay confident and comfortable in school.

“I have learnt that having a menstrual period is normal and nothing to be ashamed of, and with the dignity pack from SWEDI, I now have the things I need to manage my period properly, even when I am at school.

“This programme has made me feel more confident about myself.

“I will share this knowledge with my friends and younger girls, so they don’t feel ashamed or embarrassed when they are menstruating.

“They need to know how to take care of themselves. We all deserve to feel strong and proud; no matter what,” she said. (NAN)

Edited by Abiemwense Moru

United Nations Climate Change Conference

Before the official start of COP 26 in Glasgow, excitement and anticipation buzzed through the air as representatives from various organizations across the globe gathered for pre-conference engagements and side events. Among the participants were a group of passionate environmental advocates and stakeholders from Africa, captured in their shared moment of unity and determination, as seen in their group photograph.

In the lead-up to the conference, participants engaged in discussions about the importance of climate resilience, equitable transitions to clean energy, and the financial mechanisms needed to support green initiatives. With Glasgow set to host some of the most pivotal negotiations on climate change, these pre-conference interactions were vital for laying the groundwork for collaboration.

The mood in the room was one of both hope and urgency. The delegates, some of whom were first-time attendees, expressed their eagerness to ensure that African voices would be represented at the negotiation table. One common sentiment among them was the need for developed nations to meet their financial commitments to assist developing countries in mitigating and adapting to climate change.

The photo captures this spirit of solidarity, with individuals from diverse backgrounds coming together to advocate for the same cause. Whether through formal side events or informal gatherings over coffee, the days leading up to the launch of COP 26 were filled with exchanges of ideas, experiences, and hopes for the future.

As they prepared for the days of intense discussions ahead, these delegates remained focused on ensuring that their regions and communities, which are most vulnerable to the impacts of climate

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