women and girls empowerment

October 11th Marks the International Day of the Girl Child.

Theme: Girls' Vision for the Future

At the Queen fongang Foundation, women and girls empowerment is at the heart of our mission. We strive to create a nurturing environment where young women can access education, mentorship, and resources that enable them to realize their full potential. Through innovative programs and community engagement, we foster confidence and resilience, encouraging participants to break barriers and pursue their dreams. By celebrating the unique strengths of each individual, we aim to build a supportive network that uplifts and inspires, ultimately creating a brighter future for all women and girls in our community.

At the Queen fongang Foundation, we empower women and girls through a multifaceted approach that prioritizes education, mentorship, and skill-building. Our programs provide access to scholarships, workshops, and vocational training, equipping participants with the tools they need to succeed in various fields. We also foster mentorship relationships that connect young women with inspiring role models, helping them navigate personal and professional challenges. By promoting leadership development and creating safe spaces for dialogue, we encourage girls to voice their aspirations and take charge of their futures. Together, we cultivate a community where women and girls can thrive and make impactful contributions to society.

At the Queen fongang Foundation, our commitment to women and girls empowerment is reflected in a diverse array of initiatives designed to foster growth and opportunity. We offer educational scholarships that enable young women to pursue their academic goals, alongside mentorship programs that connect them with experienced professionals across various industries. Our leadership workshops and personal development seminars equip participants with vital skills such as public speaking, financial literacy, and self-advocacy. Additionally, we host community events that promote networking and collaboration, allowing women to share their stories and build supportive relationships. Through these efforts, we create a holistic environment that nurtures confidence, resilience, and the ability to effect meaningful change in their lives and communities.

At the Queen fongang Foundation, we offer a comprehensive suite of programs dedicated to empowering women and girls. Our educational scholarships open doors to academic pursuits, while our skill-building workshops focus on essential areas such as coding, entrepreneurship, and financial management. We provide mentorship opportunities that connect young women with accomplished leaders, fostering guidance and support in navigating their careers. Additionally, our wellness programs emphasize mental health and self-care, equipping participants with tools to manage stress and build resilience. Through leadership training and community engagement activities, we encourage women and girls to become active change-makers in their communities, ensuring they have the confidence and resources to pursue their dreams and drive social impact.

The Ferminist Charter, a clear and defined Pathway for feminist leaders in Africa

The Ferminist Charter, a clear and defined Pathway for feminist leaders in Africa; reaffirms and ensures that feminist non governmental organizations are created in response to real needs expressed by women that needs to be met.
African Women Development Fund (AWDF), a Pan African feminist organization has converged with its partners coming from different countries in the African continent; to discuss and seek meaningful ways to work and ensure Economic Jusice For women and girls, reiterating on social transformation.
QFF is privileged to be part of the life transforming session, reiterating and speaking on the realities of our context in Cameroon.
As the only organization spotted by AWDF to represent our country, we are ready to lead and serve the feminist community, ensuring;
– the right of all women to live free of patriarchal oppression, discrimination and violence.

Taking assistance to those in great need.

In partnership with UNFPA, with support from GIZ, BMZ and European Union, QFF Continue to ensure that every vulnerable girl/woman in hard to reach communities are reached with GBV assistance.
In the extreme hard to reach zone of EHOM, Tombel Sub Division of Koupe Manengouba, South West Region of Cameroon, QFF conducts safety audit to help identify and mitigate risks of GBV and its link to HIV.
This safety Audits provides data that will help to improve GBV prevention and mitigation especially in emergency.
It has also provided evidence to support the integration of GBV and HIV services, as both are closely linked.
Women and girls vulnerabilities to abuse in this community has increased their risk of HIV transmission.
With the support of UNFPA, QFF will be providing direct services to these vulnerable Groups which entails counseling, Safe Space, empowering them through livelihood activities and raising awareness to challenge harmful gender norms and prevent future violence.
 

International day of Rural Women

The international day of Rural women offers us a renewed opportunity to commit to a different way of organizing our world, to build on a vision of Feminist Plan and on the outcomes and multi-stakeholder commitments of recent food systems so that the rural women benefit equally from their productivity.
From the production of crops to the processing, preparing and distributing foods, women’s labour- paid and unpaid feeds their families, communities and the world.
Let’s celebrate and support the rural woman

International Day of a Girl Child

October 11 marks the INTERNATIONAL Day of a Girl Child, a day we remind ourselves on the need to promote girls’ right, highlight the challenges they face and empower them to reach their full potential.
Under this year’s team ”The girl I am, the change I lead: Girls on the Frontlines of Crisis”, rekindles us on the need to amplify the Voice of a Girl Child and serve as a platform to celebrate their achievements.
Empower a Girl Child today, change the World tommorow;
Educate a Girl Child, empower a generation;
and when girls rise, communities thrive.
 

In partnership with UNFPA, QFF is drilled to be part of the "Woman eh, Wuna Place Dey", a feminist and Gender Transformative Project.

Gender based violence remains a concern in the emergency context today, raising awareness is imperative.
Sexual violence can lead to HIV leaving the survivor more vulnerable.
In Lebialem, Ndian, Koupe Manengouba, Meme, Manyu and Fako Divisions of the South West Region, QFF will be carrying out GBV Service provision and HIV awareness to prevent and curb violence exacerbated especially in emergency.
In Kang Barombi of Meme Division, QFF conducts Safty Audit to identify GBV risks, and barriers to accessing multi-sector services at site – level.
With the support of UNFPA, in collaboration with GIZ, BMZ and European Union, QFF will be extending GBV services to vulnerable women and girls, especially in hard to reach communities.
Together, let’s break the silence and end violence

QFF joins UNICEF and partners for the Girls Movement Caravan in the South West Region.
Girls Vision for the Future

INSO’s support has also contributed to increased credibility, better collaboration and ultimately more effective humanitarian response.
Visit of INSO’s Deputy Country Director to QFF’s head office, sparked discussions meant to improve our interventions especially in security sensitive zones

Today May 28, in partnership with UNICEF, we join the world to commemorate World Menstrual Hygiene Day under the Theme; "Together for a #Period Friendly World".

Gender based violence remains a concern in the emergency context today, raising awareness is imperative.
Sexual violence can lead to HIV leaving the survivor more vulnerable.
In Lebialem, Ndian, Koupe Manengouba, Meme, Manyu and Fako Divisions of the South West Region, QFF will be carrying out GBV Service provision and HIV awareness to prevent and curb violence exacerbated especially in emergency.
In Kang Barombi of Meme Division, QFF conducts Safty Audit to identify GBV risks, and barriers to accessing multi-sector services at site – level.
With the support of UNFPA, in collaboration with GIZ, BMZ and European Union, QFF will be extending GBV services to vulnerable women and girls, especially in hard to reach communities.
Together, let’s break the silence and end violence

Let's honor the women before us - our rights today exist because of their struggles. Women are pillars of peace and development, our voices must shape decisions.

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