Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga led an empowerment initiative to keep girls in school through maintaining their self-worth and pursue their aspirations.
She paid a visit to Lake Primary School, a visit that turned into a profound moment of transformation and empowerment, as girls opened up about their silent struggles in a powerful show of courage and connection.
Governor Wanga also led the distribution of sanitary towels and dignity kits to schoolgirls. But what stood out was not just the act of giving; it was the emotional and transformative impact it had on the students.
“As we distributed sanitary towels and dignity kits, something remarkable occurred, barriers dissolved and connections formed,” Wanga stated.
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Young girls, in a rare show of vulnerability, shared deeply personal experiences about finding their voices amid adversity. Their stories shed light on the difficult journey many undertake just to remain in school, maintain self-worth and pursue their aspirations.
Wanga noted that the stories reignited her team’s mission, not only to keep girls in class but to nurture their confidence and leadership potential.
“When we provide both physical protection and the freedom to express themselves, extraordinary transformations begin,” she said.
The governor emphasized that true change comes when dignity is restored and when young people are given space to express themselves. “This is the essence of real change, going beyond meeting basic needs to cultivating tomorrow’s leaders,” she added.
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According to Wanga, the girls’ courage and openness revealed the early signs of leadership and resilience. “Today, we saw those leaders beginning to emerge,” she concluded.
The outreach is part of an ongoing initiative by the Homa Bay County government to address menstrual health and school absenteeism among girls. But the event at Lake Primary proved to be more than a health intervention; it was a moment of empowerment and a reminder that change starts with listening, dignity and action.
By Benedict Aoya
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