They’re denying a lot of the pain that women and girls are going through, and just calling it Western influence. - Jaha Dukureh

I am proud to join UN Women in their fight for the rights of women and girls all over Africa. I want to see the day when no parent makes a decision that will change and limit their daughters’ lives. The girls of Africa and worldwide need to know that their future is bigger than they imagine.

I remember feeling silenced and alone,the pain was almost too much to bear.

It was important to lead an organization that was by people like us, who have lived experience and know how to tackle these issues in a respectful manner.