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Dhobley's Girls Empowered: International Day Celebration

  ATMIS Troops and Dhobley Women's Association Collaborate

On a bright Wednesday in Dhobley, the troops of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) collaboratively joined forces with a local women's group to commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child. This heartwarming initiative was designed to provide mentorship and support to the girls of Dhobley Primary School.  

Teenage girls learned about menstrual hygiene, mental health, and substance abuse. Photo by ATMIS.   A Day of Education and Empowerment During the event, officers from ATMIS Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), in collaboration with the Dhobley Women's Association, a Community-Based Organisation (CBO) dedicated to women's empowerment, conducted informative sessions. The focus was on educating the schoolgirls about essential topics, including menstrual health and hygiene. Major Ruth Omedi, the ATMIS Sector Two Gender Officer, explained the mission behind their involvement, stating, "We are here to talk to the girls about various aspects that affect teenage girls, including menstrual hygiene, mental health, and substance abuse. It's our mandate as ATMIS to ensure the empowerment of women and girls. In particular, we are focusing on health because it's the only wealth these girls have at the moment, and we need to preserve that wealth for their future."  

Captain Janet Chebet, emphasized the importance of personal hygiene. Photo by ATMIS.  

Promoting Personal Hygiene and Well-being

Captain Janet Chebet, the Dhobley Level Two Hospital Public Health Officer, emphasized the significance of personal hygiene in reducing the risk of infections and enhancing the overall health of the community. She highlighted the positive impact of educating the girls about menstrual health, general hygiene, and good sanitation practices.   Empowering Teenage Girls for the Challenges Ahead Naim Mohamed, a dedicated member of the Dhobley Women's Association, expressed her optimism about the impact of the session. She believes it will empower teenage girls to confidently navigate the challenges of menstruation with dignity. She also extended her gratitude to ATMIS for taking this important initiative, saying, "I am happy to be part of this program, which aims to empower teenage girls with vital information on personal hygiene and counsel them on mental health. We want to request ATMIS to conduct similar sessions regularly."  

International Day of the Girl Child

The International Day of the Girl Child observed annually on the 11th of October, is a day dedicated to recognizing and advocating for girls' rights. It emphasizes addressing the unique challenges they face worldwide. The day focuses attention on the need to promote girls' empowerment and ensure the fulfillment of their human rights.   Sources: THX News & ATMIS. Read the full article

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