This year’s international Women’s Day theme is “2006 for the enhancement of women in decision making for sustainable development.” Women working at the Delegation office took part in commemorating their day. We used an Oblate Logo in our banner because working with the Oblates makes us feel as part of the Oblate legacy that  promotes human dignity of the least privileged in society.

And this is how we interpreted the celebration of the International women’s day. Ms Sandra Zulu said it is time for women to be included in decision making positions in political, economical and social levels if development is to be attained.“Women are considered not to be able to participate in decision making due to the patriarchy that has been imposed on them by society”, She said. She explained that women should be included in decision making programs as it will lead to development because it is not only households that benefit but also the nation and the world at large. It is the role of every responsible citizen to care about and respect women if sustainable development is to prevail. Meanwhile Ms Jennifer Muwaya explained that empowerment is what every woman should strive for ; it is time for women to realize their potential and put it to proper use to bring about the development of this nation.

Special thanks go to the OMI administrative office for supporting and encouraging women to take up responsibilities which enhance sustainable development.