Monrovia – Liberian women from 15 counties gathered for a two-day consultation meeting aimed at empowering women and increasing their political participation. The “open and intergenerational” dialogue organized by Kvinna till Kvinna (KtK) foundation also focused on identifying barriers to women political participation which includes economic barriers and gender power relations and social norms. KtK said women’s participation in decision-making, at various levels and in different sectors of society, is fundamental to achieve gender equality, which in turn contributes to more democratic and peaceful societies. Ms. Ortega hopes that the consultative meeting serves as a platform for inspiration and exchange of ideas for increasing connections for women from Liberia. Madam Schaack attributed the defeat of women in political participation to lack of preparation, lack of finances, integrity, and networking.

Source: Front Page Africa May 09, 2019 21:45 UTC