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OFFICIAL WRAP-UP: Gender-Based Violence Awareness Seminar

We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of our Virtual GBV Awareness Seminar, uniting a diverse global group from UAE, Nigeria, Chile, UK, Zambia, India, Kenya, Pakistan, and Ukraine.

58 participants

 1 keynote speaker

 4 speakers

 7 special guests

 1 moderator and host

 1 technical support specialist and co-cost

 1 dedicated chat box support for participants with special needs

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the participants, speakers, and special guests who made this event a resounding success.

Special appreciation goes to our esteemed speakers:

 HE Claudia Pinto

 SGHHRI GBV Director Omotola Joy

 Rukaiya Ibrahim (Mrs.)

 Dr Aninda Sidhana

Appreciation also goes to our special guests:

 HE Ahmed Al Mahmood

 His Majesty HM Donald DuVal Middleton

 Dr Abhay Bhargava

 Dr Dr Renuka Thakore Representing Global Communities

 Alhaji ABDULLAHI ABDULMAJEED

 Alhaji Shuaibu Idris mni

 Dr Batoul Yousef Salman بتول يوسف سلمان

We thank His Majesty HM Donald DuVal Middleton for his unwavering support and official endorsement of our mission.

We particularly extend our deepest gratitude to HE Claudia Pinto for her invaluable collaboration with Amb Abdulgafar Shola Jimoh. Her keynote address and the presentation was truly inspiring, highlighting her exceptional leadership and dedication to global women’s empowerment and humanitarian initiatives.

We thank HE Ahmed Al Mahmood for his invaluable support and participation, demonstrating his exemplary leadership and commitment to our shared mission.

We recognize Amb Abdulgafar, Founder/CEO of SUNSHINE GENDER HUMANITARIAN AND HUMAN RIGHTS INITIATIVE, for hosting and moderating our GBV Awareness Seminar with exceptional leadership and dedication.

Special thanks to our SUNSHINE GENDER HUMANITARIAN AND HUMAN RIGHTS INITIATIVE support team for their tireless behind-the-scenes efforts.

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 Hikmat Ashiru (Technical Support and Co-Host)

 Halimat Abdulhameed BSc.Banking and Finance (Chatbox Support for Participants with Special Needs)

As a token of appreciation, all participants received a Certificate of Participation, signed by HE Claudia Pinto and Amb Abdulgafar Jimoh, recognizing their commitment to combating GBV and providing a reference for future endeavors.

Check out the attached group photo, capturing the energy and enthusiasm of our participants!

Thanks for making this event a success! Looking forward to driving change!

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#PARTICIPANTS
Shittu Ismail Salmat Yahaya plangnan saleh, MDMSS Jose Gabriel Aedo Figueroa Grace Akpan THOMPSON UMOH Agness Mwanza Habiba Yusuf ONI JOHN Maryam Shuaibu Aliyu (Cyber Hijabi) John Reed Faith-Oyis Solomon Lika Mbewe rosali bhoi Harvandan Kaur Bedi earnest mubiana Dr Roop Sidana Florence Muange @Mary Kabwe @Bodgana @Obi Emmanuella

Empowering Women, Empowering Communities!!!

Meet Mama Saifullah, a resilient individual who faced immense challenges, from hunger to hardship. With experience in soap making, she lacked the capital to start her business. Despite her struggles, she never gave up on her dreams.

On Monday, 9th June 2025, she was empowered through the support of The Empowering Women Middle East in partnership with Sunshine Gender Humanitarian and Human Rights Initiative.

The Empowering Women Middle East provided her with funding to start her own bathing soap-making business, and under the supervision of Sunshine Gender Humanitarian and Human Rights Initiative, she purchased the necessary materials and commenced operations.

Mama Saifullah projected that in 4 days, the business will give her a profit of ₦4,000. With this, she could take care of her family and save. Additionally, she received a bag of 5kg of rice to sustain her family, ensuring she did not touch the business fund. Now, she is not only feeding her family but also building a brighter future.

All thanks to The Empowering Women Middle East – HE Claudia Pinto and HE Ahmed Al Mahmood for their philanthropy and commitment to sustainability.

Join us in empowering more women like Mama Saifullah. You can support our initiative by donating or spreading the word.

Together, we can create a brighter future for women and communities in need.

PARTNER’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION!

Happy Birthday to our incredible partner, HE Claudia Pinto!

We are thrilled to celebrate her special day with our team in Nigeria.

Through her tireless efforts, countless women, children, and vulnerable households have been empowered globally, including in Nigeria.

Our team came together to sing, celebrate, and honor our dedication to impactful philanthropy in women, children, and youth empowerment, as well as our commitment to sustainability and visionary leadership. Even in the midst of celebration, our founder, CEO, and team seized the opportunity to reflect on our progress and plan for a brighter future.

Watch as we cut the cake and celebrate this amazing leader who’s making a difference worldwide!

Ismail Shittu
Director of Publicity and Public Relation