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EACH ONE, TEACH ONE: EMPOWERING WOMEN AND GIRLS THROUGH SKILLS TRAINING
In a world where access to education and opportunities is not always equal, the “Each One, Teach One” philosophy shines through as a beacon of hope. It’s about individuals taking it upon themselves to share knowledge, skills, and mentorship to uplift others. Haja Mariama Bangura, the Founder of Girls Connect Sierra Leone, exemplifies this philosophy through her inspiring work. Haja Mariama Bangura: A Beacon of EmpowermentHaja Mariama Bangura founded Girls Connect in 2022 with a vision to support both in and out-of-school girls in Sierra Leone. The organization provides mentorship, career development, and skills programs to shape the lives of young women. One remarkable project spearheaded by Haja and…
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40 Things I’ve Learned at 40: A Mini Masterclass in Growth, Purpose & Becoming
Turning forty is often framed as a milestone of arrival. For me, it is something far more sacred: a milestone I was not always certain I would reach. My early years were marked by significant personal trials: near-death accidents, a season of facial paralysis, complex reproductive health battles including fibroids, adenomyosis and endometriosis, the private grief of infertility, business disappointments, personal failures and seasons of immense loss. There were moments when the future felt uncertain, when long-term planning felt aspirational rather than guaranteed. Longevity was never something I took for granted. Yet surviving is not the same as living. Somewhere between hospital rooms, boardrooms, classrooms and prayer closets, a shift…
