Empowering Women To Build Nations

Yesterday, March 8th, was International Women's Day. Every year, it is celebrated all over the world marked by an incredible range of activities, events, projects and traditions.

The meaning of this day is as diverse as the individuals and groups who mobilize around it. Activities range from celebration, to call for action, demonstrations, marches, recognition of inspirational women, reflections on past struggles and achievements, plans for goals to accomplish in the future...

Save Our Needy celebrates the millions of women around the world who are making incredible contributions to global development. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) cannot be achieved by 2030 if women are not empowered. SON theme this year for Women's Day is: ''Empowering Women To Build Nations.''

When women and girls can exercise their rights and live in good health and dignity, their families, communities and nations will prosper. Today, it is a known fact that women are the backbone of the rural economy particularly in Africa.

Early/forced marriage, violence against women and girls, gender inequality, human trafficking and female genital mutilation are some of the very important issues that need to be tackled if women are to contribute wholesomely to nation building and economic development.

Supporting women and girls is not just about good governance, it is also about smart development.

Happy #IWD2016!!!