Commit and Act Foundation Sierra Leone, supported by the German Doctors, successfully concluded its My Body My Right Project on Saturday, November 11th, 2023. This initiative provided financial aid, medical examinations, and counseling to 400 girls, marking a crucial step in combating Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and addressing school dropout rates in Sierra Leone.
The overarching goal of the My Body My Right Project is to curtail the prevalence of FGM practices and reduce school dropout rates among 800 girls across 69 communities spanning 6 Chiefdoms in Bo, Tonkolili, and Bombali Districts.
Madam Hannah Bockarie, the Founder and Country Director of Commit and Act Foundation Sierra Leone, highlighted the project’s multi-faceted approach. She emphasized that the financial support provided will empower parents, enabling them to engage in viable businesses that sustain their families.
She underscored the importance of instilling business skills in parents through training sessions, ensuring sustainable livelihoods. Moreover, she emphasized the project’s focus on educating girls about the adverse effects of FGM, empowering them to make informed decisions about their bodies, health, and education rights.
Expressing gratitude on behalf of her daughter, Aminata Kondeh, a beneficiary mother, lauded the donors, particularly the German Doctors and Commit and Act Foundation.
She expressed how the financial support has positively impacted her ability to provide for her daughter’s livelihood.
Additionally, Aminata Kondeh credited the project for contributing to her daughter’s academic success, emphasizing the project’s role in aiding her daughter’s educational journey.
