By Ngor Amie
Women must be given equal opportunities in every field, irrespective of gender. Moreover, they must be provided with the chance to showcase their talents in various skills. This is why the Agnes Bio Foundation has been empowering youth and women across the country through diverse vocational training programs. These programs teach individuals different skills to help them fend for themselves and their families, reducing unemployment and preventing engagement in prostitution or illegal activities.
One of the training sessions organized by the Agnes Bio Foundation was “Empowering Women through Art: Gara Tie-Dye Training in Matru Jong”.
With a sincere desire to uplift her people, the Agnes Bio Foundation partnered with Madam Wokie, a luxury fashion brand in Sierra Leone specializing in African garments and accessories, to conduct the Gara-Tie Dye training.
At the Agnes Bio Foundation, the belief in empowering communities through skill development is strong. This time, they focused on the incredible women of Matru Jong, where hundreds of women benefited from the training and eventually created jobs for themselves.
Gara-Tie Dying is a traditional Sierra Leonean fabric art that uses vibrant dyes and intricate tying techniques to create beautiful patterns. This craft is not only an expression of creativity but also a potential source of sustainable income for many women.
This training was more than just learning a craft. It was about building confidence, fostering creativity, and creating opportunities for financial empowerment.
At the Agnes Bio Foundation, the commitment to creating opportunities for underprivileged communities to thrive is unwavering. This Gara-Tie Dye training is just one of the many ways Agnes Bio is working tirelessly to uplift and empower women across Sierra Leone.
Her aim is for women to have a strong sense of self-worth; the right to make and determine choices; the right to have access to opportunities and resources; the power to control their own lives, both within and outside the home; and the ability to influence decision-making and be self-independent.
This is the kind of woman Agnes Bio is, what she stands for, and what she has achieved for her people.