Keren, 6 March 2024 – Ms. Tekea Tesfamicael, President of the National Union of Eritrean Women, led a seminar for union branch representatives and members of the People’s Front for Democracy and Justice (PFDJ) in Keren. The seminar, held on March 4 in connection with the International Women’s Day, focused on the importance of preserving and transferring noble societal values to future generations.
Ms. Tekea highlighted the significant role women have played in Eritrea’s history, emphasizing their contributions to reaching the nation’s current state. She urged women to further enhance their involvement in development initiatives.
She also underscored how Eritrean women have successfully overcome numerous challenges by upholding esteemed values. Ms. Tekea encouraged women to boost their organizational capabilities and actively participate in the preservation and dissemination of these values to future generations.
Furthermore, Ms. Tekea urged union leaders at all levels to increase efforts in raising public awareness, particularly among women, to combat practices detrimental to women’s mental and physical well-being.
Seminar attendees expressed a desire for more events aimed at young women and suggested recognizing exemplary women to inspire others.
In a related event, a seminar was held in Barentu sub-zone on March 8, in connection with the International Women’s Day. The seminar was aimed to enhance women’s understanding of their historical contributions and engage them more fully in national matters.
Ms. Yihdega Yohannes, head of the union branch in the Gash Barka Region, provided a comprehensive overview of the pivotal role Eritrean women have played in the struggle for national independence, the protection of national sovereignty, and their participation in national development programs. She reiterated the call to preserve and pass on cherished values to succeeding generations.
Ms. Yihdega also outlined the union branch’s plans for 2024 and called for increased participation in these initiatives.
