By; AMOS TAUNA, Kaduna
The founder, Zamani Foundation, Mrs Philomena Henry Zamani has expressed the hope that very soon women will realise their full potentials and work towards realizing them.
She said womenfolk have been under a burden, stressing that the society do not give much value to the women thereby being relegated to the background.
Speaking at a two day workshop on, “Restoring the dignity of some”, said the theme was strategic looking at the women folks, the many burdens she carries and the way the society sees women.
She expressed the hope that women would come to an understanding of who they really are and stand up with their heads high to fulfill their purpose.
She asked women not to limit themselves but avail themselves to all the conference holds for them as a prelude to a great and permanent movement.
Mrs Esther Yohanna talked extensively on how women could be restored said time has come for women to face the true reality of life in order to add value to their lives.
Mrs Comfort Bangoji, who spoke on the purpose of a woman, explained that the woman has a great role to play in making society a better place.
The plenary sessions had topics on Sexual/Gender based violence, Gender equality, women in politics, women in Purdah/ Islam, Women in the Church, Women in the society, Women in the frontline and Women peace and security.
Mrs Nana Abba Gbolahan, who spoke on Intimatedivine matters, Sexuality and Development, called on women to be up to their responsibilities in order to fulfill the purpose of God upon their lives.
The participants were excited with all they learned and thanked Zamani foundation for its commitments and consistency in always empowering women especially in leaving no stone unturned in building their capacity.
The conference ended with next steps and commitments by both the participants and Zamani foundation to ensure they continue pursuing programmes and projects that are meant to add value to the womanhood.
