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Sierra Leone’s First Lady and President of the Organization of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD), Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, has joined fellow African First Ladies in Luanda, Angola, in a tree-planting initiative aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and women’s empowerment.
The activity formed part of the continental campaign, “Strengthening Resilience for Women and Girls: Climate, Conflict and a Sustainable Future,” which seeks to address the challenges faced by women and girls amid climate change and conflict.
Dr. Bio described environmental protection as an important investment in future generations, stressing the need for proactive measures to build resilient communities across Africa.
“As President of OAFLAD, I firmly believe that environmental stewardship and the advancement of women’s and girls’ rights are inseparable,” Dr. Bio said. “Climate justice is social justice, and our efforts to empower women and girls must include ensuring that they live in communities that are peaceful, sustainable, and resilient.”
She noted that women and girls are often among those most affected by climate change and conflicts across the continent, adding that restoring ecosystems can contribute to improved livelihoods, economic opportunities, and safer communities.
The First Lady said the tree-planting exercise represents a practical demonstration of OAFLAD’s commitment to combining environmental action with efforts to protect the rights and dignity of women and girls.
She reaffirmed her commitment to supporting initiatives that promote sustainable development, environmental protection, and the advancement of women and girls across Africa.
