International Day of the Girl Child: CCSS Girls Inspired to Dream
By Ayuk Rennet ‘Their visions for the future start now…” These words from Keyaka Edward, Principal of Christian Comprehensive Secondary School (CCSS) in Nkolmbong, Yaoundé, Cameroon, resonated during Sisterspeak237’s visit to the school to celebrate the 2024 International Day of the Girl Child. In recognition of Sisterspeak237’s initiatives on the […]
Women Supporting Women to Close Breastfeeding Gap
Cameroonian female doctors,Public Health Nutritionist,Dr Akwen Ndi and International Breastfeeding and Lactation Consultant, Dr Solange Ngo Bama have brought their expertise together through a breastfeeding virtual support group, Precious Lactation, to support nursing mothers through their breastfeeding journey. This report spotlights the functioning of the group, Precious Lactation and the […]
Screams Before Silence – Sexual Violence in Conflict
In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, celebrated every June 19, Sisterspeak237 was honored to participate in the screening of the documentary film “Screams Before Silence” in 2024. The event was hosted by Mrs. Smadar Kalmar, spouse to the Israeli ambassador to Cameroon. […]
Society of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians in Cameroon Reaffirms Commitment to Livingstone Safe Abortion Care Charter in Africa
The Society of Gynaecologists and Obstetricians in Cameroon reaffirms its commitment to the Livingstone Safe Abortion Care Charter, aiming to combat maternal mortality and morbidity caused by unsafe abortions, which remain a significant concern in Cameroon. This initiative focuses on critical areas including enhancing sexual and reproductive health education, advancing access to safe and legal abortion services, and promoting contraception use. With a strong emphasis on decriminalizing abortion and strengthening healthcare provider training, the charter seeks to safeguard women's reproductive rights and well-being across Africa. This move represents a pivotal step towards reducing unsafe abortions and underscores the importance of collaboration and data-driven approaches in improving maternal health outcomes
How Sisterspeak237 and Sogoc Cameroon are Fighting Gender Based Violence
Today, Sisterspeak237 joined Sogoc Cameroon under the ACAC project to launch the 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence under the theme “Invest to Prevent Violence Against Women and Girls”. During the next 16 days and beyond, we must reflect on the high cost of violence in our society. […]
Sisterspeak237 Back-to-School Support for Children with Disabilities
Several weeks after the commencement of the school year 2023/24, some pupils are yet to enroll in school. For some of these children, financial constraints hinder their parents from procuring the requisite school dues and supplies necessary even for primary education in public schools, where tuition is free.
Who am I?
This is perhaps the most crucial question that every Cameroonian girl must explore. Although the answer may seem obvious, it is a question so rarely posed that when it is eventually asked, individuals find it difficult to provide a clear definition of themselves. Often, they merely state their names. Growing […]
What are some of the challenges for women going back to school after childbirth?
Pregnancy for many young women in Cameroon means a school break. Going back to school after childbirth is often a challenge for both young and older women. For younger women in school, pregnancy often means dismissal from school. Others are stigmatized at home making it difficult for them to go […]