“I am making this commitment to Action because I firmly believe that Free education is the bedrock of sustainable development and long-term peace. By this Action we are fulfilling the UN Sustainable Development Goal 4, i.e “ensure inclusive and quality education for all and promote lifelong learning,” Brigadier-General (rtd) Julius Maada President Bio

Keeping true to his commitment to girls’ education, His Excellency President Brigadier General (Rtd) Julius Maada Bio committed his government to a new global goal of achieving 12 years of quality education for all girls by 2030 during a meeting at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in London on Tuesday, April 17, 2018.

In a statement at a meeting organised by the Commonwealth Women’s Forum on the theme “Towards a Common Future – An Empowered Future for Women and Girls”, President Bio told the audience that: “Education creates vast opportunities for any country to reduce unfair income distribution, increase choices for all and create a strong ladder of opportunities for all. We all agree that education creates awareness and helps to sustain democracy and peace.”

Amongst the benefits of educating girls, President Bio also mentioned that educating girls delivers large health benefits as educated women have fewer children and their children are healthier. He went on: “I, therefore, commit my new Government to deliver 12 years of Good quality education by 2030. I commit to ensuring that Girls, Children with Disability, and other Disadvantaged Groups have Equal Opportunities to complete the full cycle of Primary and Secondary Education.”

“I am making this commitment to Action because I firmly believe that Free education is the bedrock of sustainable development and long-term peace. By this Action we are fulfilling the UN Sustainable Development Goal 4, i.e “ensure inclusive and quality education for all and promote lifelong learning,” President Bio ended.

The 2030 new vision for Education is part of the Girls’ Education Framework working towards ensuring that girls in Commonwealth receive a quality education and have the skills they need to lead and succeed. The commitment by President Bio demonstrates the seriousness his Government attaches not only to education but specifically to girls’ education.

©State House Media and Communications Unit

Editorial Staff

Share
Published by
Editorial Staff

Recent Posts

First Lady Fatima Bio Honored at London Political Summit

Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, First Lady of Sierra Leone, was honored at the 9th Annual…

4 weeks ago

Bio Launches 5th Generation Justice Reform Strategy

New Brookfields Hotel, Freetown, Thursday, 12 September 2024 — Sierra Leone’s President, Dr. Julius Maada…

2 months ago

Sierra Leone and China Sign $50M SMART Project Agreement

Beijing, China, Tuesday, September 3, 2024.  The Government of Sierra Leone and China National Technical…

2 months ago

The Tribunal Report

The Tribunal report on the Auditor-General, Mrs. Lara Taylor-Pearce, and her Deputy, Mr. Tamba Momoh,…

2 months ago

President Bio Honors SLPP Leader Dr. Jah’s Legacy

President Julius Maada Bio joined family, SLPP members, and prominent citizens in Freetown to honor…

2 months ago

US Delegation, Sierra Leone Discuss Drug Abuse and Security Issues

Drug Abuse and Security Issues Discussed in Freetown Meeting with US Delegation Freetown, Monday, 26th…

2 months ago