In today’s world, the girl child is facing numerous challenges, including societal pressure, unequal treatment, and gender-based violence. One of the biggest issues that continue to plague our society is the sexual harassment faced by young female students.
Member of Parliament for the Biakoya constituency, Hon. Jean-Marie Formadi has taken a strong stance against this issue and is urging teachers to be more professional and responsible in their interactions with female students.
Hon. Formadi believes that the girl child must be protected against any form of sexual harassment. She emphasizes that female students are vulnerable and can easily fall prey to manipulative and abusive behaviors. As they grow and experience hormonal changes, they may develop certain feelings that make them more susceptible to sexual advances.
According to her, it is the responsibility of teachers to create a safe and conducive learning environment for these young girls.
The MP strongly urges teachers not to take advantage of the girl child in any way. They must be mentors and role models for these young minds, guiding them towards a bright future.
Hon. Formadi believes that the future of our nation depends on the education of our children, and it is our responsibility to ensure that the girl child receives equal opportunities and is not hindered by any form of harassment.
Furthermore, the MP highlights the impact that menstruation has on a girl’s education. Many female students face challenges in accessing menstrual hygiene products, leading to absenteeism and hindering their academic progress.
To address this issue, the MP acknowledges and applauds the efforts of the NDC government for introducing the free sanitary pads initiative. This initiative will not only provide girls with necessary hygiene products but also empower and motivate them to continue their education without any hindrance.
In conclusion,She said, the girl child needs to be motivated and encouraged to pursue their dreams without any fear of harassment or unequal treatment. As a society, we must ensure that our girls are safe, respected, and given equal opportunities to excel.
The Hon. Jean-Marie Formadi’s plea to teachers to be more professional and responsible is a step in the right direction towards creating a safe environment for the girl child.
Hon. Jean-Marie Formadi ended up by saying, let us all join hands in empowering our girls and protecting their rights, as they are the future leaders of our nation.
Source Samali Abdul Razak