By Mubarak Aliyu kobi
In a significant milestone for women’s empowerment in Bauchi State, 299 women from Gar Community, Alkaleri Local Government Area, recently graduated from a special empowerment program organized by Rescue Initiative for Sustainable Development.
The program, which was supported by Women For Women International, aimed to equip women with essential skills to improve their economic status and contribute to the development of their communities.
The graduation ceremony was attended by the Director-General of the Bauchi State Office of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Mrs. Lydia John Shehu Gar.
In her remarks, Mrs. Gar urged husbands to support their wives in economic activities, noting that empowering women is crucial in addressing issues such as gender-based violence. She also commended the organizers for their efforts in empowering women in the state.
The six-month training program focused on social empowerment, numeracy, health, and vocational skills. The program was designed to address the specific needs of women in the community, with the goal of promoting sustainable development and improving their overall well-being.
Mrs. Gar emphasized the importance of achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, and noted that the Bauchi State Government is committed to supporting initiatives that promote women’s empowerment.
She also urged the authorities in Alkaleri Local Government to establish a market for women in the area, to complement the efforts of stakeholders.
The Country Director of Women For Women International, represented by the Executive Director, Rescue Initiative for Sustainable Development Mr Sulaiman Dasika charged the benefiting women to utilize their newfound skills to improve their economic status.
She encouraged them to become role models in their communities, inspiring other women to seek empowerment.
The graduation ceremony marked a significant milestone in the empowerment of women in Bauchi State. The program has equipped the women with essential skills to improve their economic status and contribute to the development of their communities.
