First Lady Fatima Bio Collaborates with UNFPA to Champion Body Rights Campaign

January 17, 2024

In a significant development, the UNFPA Country Representative held discussions with Sierra Leone's First Lady, Fatima Maada Bio, focusing on the crucial Body Rights Campaign aimed at combating online shaming against women and girls.

This high-level meeting emphasized the need for concerted efforts to eradicate this harmful practice within the country, marking a pivotal moment in addressing a pressing issue affecting women and girls.

Expressing her wholehearted support for the UNFPA initiative, the First Lady conveyed her enthusiasm to join forces on the Body Rights Campaign, emphasizing the urgency of tackling the issue at hand.

During the comprehensive discussion, Her Excellency demonstrated a sincere commitment to addressing the challenges faced by women and girls in both the virtual and physical realms. As a symbol of unity, she left the meeting with a resounding affirmation.

The collaboration between the Office of the First Lady and UNFPA is viewed as a crucial step toward creating a safer and more inclusive environment for women and girls in Sierra Leone. This partnership is expected to play a pivotal role in reducing the stigma surrounding women and girls, amplifying their voices as indispensable contributors to national development.