The UNFPA Country Representative has engaged with Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Fatima Maada Bio, to discuss the critical Body Rights Campaign, focusing on combatting online shaming against women and girls.

The high-level gathering underscored the necessity for united efforts to eliminate this harmful practice within the country.

Expressing a warm reception to the UNFPA initiative, the First Lady conveyed her eagerness to collaborate on the Body Rights Campaign, highlighting the urgency of addressing the pressing issue at hand.

During the discussion, Her Excellency demonstrated a genuine commitment to tackling the challenges faced by women and girls, both in the virtual and physical realms. As a symbol of unity, she left the meeting with a powerful affirmation.

The collaborative effort between the Office of the First Lady and UNFPA is seen as a crucial step towards establishing a safer and more inclusive environment for women and girls in Sierra Leone.

This partnership is believed to be instrumental in reducing the stigma surrounding women and girls, amplifying their voices as indispensable contributors to national development.