Nomination For Award and Recognition ( Ignite Her Spark: Advancing Innovation, Skills, and Local Brilliance for an Empowered Future)
The Recognition and Awards Program at BOSSLADY CREATIFEST 2025 serves as a powerful avenue to honor the creativity, innovation, and resilience of young women and girls who are breaking barriers and redefining leadership in Sierra Leone. Despite systemic challenges and persistent gender gaps, many young women continue to excel in entrepreneurship, technical skills, education, and
Left Behind: The Unfolding Crisis in Girls’ Education in Sierra Leone
AbstractEducation is a fundamental human right and a cornerstone of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4, which promotes inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all. This article critically examines the current state of education in Sierra Leone, focusing on literacy disparities and the gendered dimensions of school retention. Despite commendable government interventions such
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Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025: A Powerful Call for Equality, Rights, and Empowerment
As a proud partner organization working alongside the Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs, we were honored to be part of this year’s planning committee for the International Women’s Day celebrations. This annual event serves as a global reminder of the ongoing fight for gender equality and the immense contributions of women in every sector
Thimzy Safe Train: Empowering Girls and Transforming Communities
Introducing the Thimzy Safe Train: A Journey to Empowerment and Safety for Women and Girls A VISION FOR CHANGE Despite efforts to improve gender equality and women’s empowerment, many communities in Sierra Leone remain unsafe for women and girls. Issues such as gender-based violence, lack of economic opportunities, inadequate access to education, and limited sexual
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Happy 2024 International Women’s Day!
Happy International Women’s Day. “Imagine a world where every individual, regardless of their gender, is empowered to reach their full potential. Let us work together to inspire inclusion and forge women’s equality, so that every person can live a life of dignity, respect, and fulfillment.”
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Promoting Peace and Empowerment: Thimzy Empowerment Initiative in Sierra Leone
In June 2023, Thimzy Empowerment Initiative, aimed to promote peace and advocate against violence through Creative Art and Technical Skills in Sierra Leone. The initiative kicked off in June 2023, with the first Peace Creative Art and Technical Skills Competition for Senior Secondary School Students, bringing together participants from 10 schools and over 700 spectators.
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Empowering Women Through Cake Making: Thimzy Empowerment Initiative’s Impactful Skill Program
In March of 2023, Thimzy Empowerment Initiative implemented an extensive two-month Cake Making Skill program specifically designed to empower young women and girls. The program was strategically created to equip participants with the necessary technical skills required to secure sustainable livelihoods. Thimzy Empowerment Initiative is proud to have contributed to the personal and professional growth
Baking Freedom: Empowering Incarcerated Women Through Skill Training
Thimzy Empowerment Initiative, in collaboration with AdvocAid, recently organized a training program for women who are incarcerated, focusing on one-month decorations and cake making. The goal of the program was to provide these women with valuable skills that can help them achieve sustainable livelihoods and financial independence. This initiative not only empowers women but also
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Thimzy Empowerment Initiative Participate In An Exhibition Organized By The UN Women in Sierra Leone
Thimzy Empowerment Initiative had the privilege of participating in an exhibition organized by The UN Women in Sierra Leone to commemorate International Women’s Day in 2023. The event was graced by eminent government officials, including the Minister of Basic and Secondary School Education, Dr. Moinina Sengeh, staff members, and representatives of all sectors under the
