Formation of the Women Council for Girl-child Education Puntland
by Deka Seid | December 19, 2012 at 9:05 AM
About two weeks ago a Women Council for Girl-child Education was created by the Gender Unit of the Ministry of Education of Puntland State of Somalia. I was one of the chosen members and later i was nominated to be a Chairwoman. I am happy to be part of this group and look forward to a good contribution.
The objectives of Women Council for Girl Child Education are to promote access to secondary education for girls through social mobilization.
The WCGCE members are expected to;
• Conduct school based and regional visits and mobilize and educate communities using contextually appropriate avenues/medium on significance of girl-child education.
• Mobilize CECs and other school communities and advocate for increased access to secondary education for girls.
• Hold mothers forum at target schools to educate them on importance girls education and home based support to girls
• Mobilize resources through Public Private Partnerships in order to support the education of girls through provision of scholarships, improved school learning environment and girls- friendly facilities.
• Sensitize and guide school girls on career path and opportunities. Emphasize the importance of joining teaching career and serving as a role model for girls in secondary schools
• Hold motivation talks and encourage girls to complete secondary education and pursue further studies/professional careers
• Advocate for policies that are responsive to the needs of the girls enrolled in secondary schools.
Comments
Congratulations!
Congratulations on your nomination to the position of Chairwoman! What an honor and privilege for you.
I applaud your ambitious goals, and believe that you will make a big difference in the lives of so many young women.
I hope you'll keep us updated on the Council's progress throughout the year!
Best wishes,
Scott Beck
World Pulse Online Community Manager
thnk you
dear scott....
thnk you so much ,, IA, I will do more efforts to develop somali GIRLS/WOMEN ,
And great their right in the sociaty,,,,, I hope to succes insha allah