Women Urged To Challenge Societal Norms Impeding Their Professional Growth

BY NAJIB SANI, GOMBE

Women and girls have been encouraged to challenge the societal norms impeding their personal and professional growth in the country.

A community leader and advocate of girls’ education Mrs Maryam Uwais MFR, gave the encouragement while serving as a guest speaker at a webinar organized by a non governmental organization ‘Adda Girl Education Foundation’ in Gombe with the theme “Girl Power: Defying all Odds, Empower Girls to Overcome Challenges and Thrive”.

She said women can attain their goals through continuous learning and negotiating with their communities to becoming leaders.

“The significance of education in breaking barriers cannot be overemphasized. I encourage girls to stand up for their rights, challenge societal norms and
seize every opportunity for personal and professional growth”. She advised.

Another speaker at the webinar Hajiya Saudatu Mahdi MFR, stressed the value of finding mentors who can guide, inspire and provide valuable advice to young girls.

Earlier in her address, the Program Manager of ADDA Girl Education Foundation Samira Galadima explained that the event was aimed at serving as a catalyst for change, equipping girls with the knowledge, skills and motivation to overcome obstacles and embrace their potential.

“We believe that by empowering girls,
we are building a brighter future for all.” She said.

Chairperson of the foundation, Justice Zainab Bulkachuwa said that the event was organized to provide avenue for speakers who are successful women to share their experiences, insights, and strategies for overcoming obstacles and achieving success for girls and women.

“The webinar provided a platform for dialogue, encouragement, and empowerment, addressing the unique challenges faced by girls and emphasizing the importance of resilience, continuous learning, negotiation”. She noted.