Somaliland Women's General Meeting

Women delegates from Somaliland regions have come together in a general meeting to discuss issues of concern to women development and their role in the society.

Over 100 delegates from Somaliland six regions gathered the meeting, which was held in Ambassador Hotel, Hargeisa from 25th - 27th of December 2007. NAGAAD women's umbrella organization has prepared the conference.

NAGAAD Chairperson, Marwo Suad Ibrahim Abdi, speaking at the opening of the conference said; "This is the first meeting that women delegates from all over Somaliland have gathered to discuss their role in society, family, children and other social issues."

MS Su'ad added; "Objectives of this meeting is to exchange ideas and experience in terms of politics, business and social issues facing women and their families across Somaliland"

Somaliland minister for Agriculture, Mr. Aden Ahmed Elmi, Director General of Ministry of Health and Labour and other dignitaries were present at the opening ceremony. They all spoke about Somaliland women roles in development.

At the conclusion of the 3-day meeting, women participants proclaimed a long statement on:

1. Women and decision making
2. Social issues, such as education and health.
3. Women and Judiciary.
4. Women and Economic Development

The statement emphasized for strategies to develop the role of women in these areas.

Download the full statement in Somali.

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