AYV News, June 7, 2024
Her Excellency Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, the First Lady of Sierra Leone, participated in the Spouse Program held on the margins of the Korea-Africa Summit. Hosted by the First Lady of the Republic of Korea, the event gathered First Ladies from across Africa to strengthen relationships and foster collaboration.
During the program, the Korean First Lady lauded Dr. Fatima Maada Bio for her efforts in protecting women and girls, particularly through her influential initiative “Hands Off Our Girls” campaign. This initiative has profoundly impacted the work of First Ladies globally.
The event highlighted the critical importance of international solidarity in addressing pressing issues affecting women and girls worldwide.
In a similar development, the First Lady held a significant meeting with the President and Vice President of the Korean National Red Cross of the Republic of Korea. The meeting aimed to foster a stronger relationship between the Korean Red Cross and the Office of the First Lady of Sierra Leone, focusing on collaboration in the areas of sanitation and health, particularly for women and girls.
During the meeting, the President of the Korean national Red Cross commended Dr. Fatima Maada Bio for her outstanding work in championing the causes of sanitation and the health of women and girls in Sierra Leone. He acknowledged her tireless efforts and impactful initiatives, which have significantly improved the lives of many women and girls across the country.
The bilateral meeting provided an excellent platform for Her Excellency to advocate for continued support from the Korean Red Cross. She highlighted the ongoing needs in Sierra Leone, emphasising the critical importance of enhancing sanitation facilities and health services for women and girls. Dr. Fatima Maada Bio expressed her gratitude for the Korean Red Cross’s existing support and underscored the positive impact of their contributions on the communities in Sierra Leone.
Dr. Fatima Maada Bio articulated her vision for the future, seeking to build on the successes achieved so far and to further strengthen the collaboration between the two entities. She emphasised the necessity of sustained efforts and international partnerships to address the pressing issues of sanitation and health, which are vital for the overall well-being and empowerment of women and girls.
The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment from the Korean National Red Cross to support the initiatives led by the Office of the First Lady of Sierra Leone. Both parties agreed on the importance of continued dialogue and cooperation to ensure the effective implementation of projects that will bring lasting benefits to the people of Sierra Leone.
