Debbie Yazbek/Nelson Mandela Foundation via AP
American First Lady, Mrs. Michelle Obama recently finished her African tour where she met with many young Africans, African leaders and dignitaries from across Africa including the Young African Women Leaders Forum. She took the trip because she knows that Africa is a fundamental part our interconnected world and must be embraced as a vital partner and to meet the challenges of our time.
She gave the keynote address at the Young African Women Leaders Forum whose objectives include:
• Using activities as a platform for young Africans to express their aspirations and values.
• Helping empower young African women.
• Learning how to become better partners in building a more just, democratic and prosperous future for all of Africa’s peoples.
76 young women gathered from 24 African countries to attend the forum. Activities included breakout sessions on education, entrepreneurship and health along with community service projects. They also met with local leaders to discuss community needs and challenges.
During her trip, she visited Pretoria, Johannesburg Cape Town, South Africa and Gaborone, Botswana. For the full coverage of her trip, visit http://www.whitehouse.gov/YoungAfrica
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