The Republic of Panama has been all too fortunate to have a uniquely built knack for humanitarian serve. Though with a journalistic background, she has found the perfect mid-point to marry the tenets of her profession with her duties as the first lady of the Republic of Panama by employing unique principles.
In line with achieving equal opportunity for women in the world, it is important to note that this may never be possible if women are not well educated. A number of discussions by business experts and top government officials have revealed that in some cases, there are no qualified women to fill vacant positions. This may not only call for a reevaluation of strategies in the advocacy process, but a change of focus channelled towards emphasizing proper education for women across the world.
Experts have said that mentorship for young girls and the youths as a whole is an important factor in grooming responsible citizens who will in the near future take up leadership positions. This can be done through training, skill acquisition and empowerment programs and tailored mentorship programs.
Rising figures of people living with HIV/AIDS has for some time been a huge source of concern for governments of developing nations, health workers and well-meaning individuals. As part of efforts towards fighting this disease which has become a menace to society, the Organization of African First Ladies Against HIV/AIDS (OAFLA) was formed. OALFA has left no stone unturned in seeking new methods through which HIV/AIDS and other related diseases can be reduced to the barest minimum.
One of the major issues militating against the active participation of women in social and corporate activities across developing nations has to do with cultural norms which see the woman as a caregiver with no place in the corporate world. For those women who have dared to choose career paths, they are usually faced with the challenges of being a success in the corporate world and caring for their families. However, women have been encouraged to brace up and do more in order to be an all-round success.
Success is undoubtedly one of the major things in the world that everyone desires. Just like the men, women desire success in career, business, and even in their homes. However, there is always the question as to what one can do to be a success story. Amongst other things, team effort has been listed as one of the keys to success.
“If we march the long road to freedom in hatred, what we find at the end is not freedom but another prison.” — Aung San Suu Kyi “I think the truth of the matter is, people who end up as ‘first’ don’t actually set out to be first. They set out to do something they love and it just so happens that they are the first to do it.” ..Condoleezza Rice Everyone’s dream can come true if you just stick to it and work hard. Serena Williams
