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The Centre Culturel Franco-Guinéen – CFCG center celebrated the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls

Date: November 28, 2024, from november 𝟐𝟓 to 𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛er 30 𝐚𝐮 𝐂𝐂𝐅𝐆
Venue: Centre Cultural Franco Guinean, Conakry, Guinee Republic

The Centre Culturel Franco-Guinéen celebrated an important event with the support of the Finalists of Miss Guinee

Ministry for the Promotion of Women, Children and Vulnerable Persons

As part of the 𝟭𝟲 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗱’𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗺𝗲 dedicated to the fight against gender-based violence (GBV), the candidates at 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗻é𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 combined grace and commitment to deliver strong messages.

The Comittee of Miss Guinee 2024 with the support of the candidates denounce with conviction the harmful practices that perpetuate this violence.

Through their mobilisation, our Contestants show that beauty is also a tool for social transformation, a lever for raising awareness and calling for change.

Their commitment bears witness to their desire to make #Guinea a country where every #woman and every #girl can live in safety, with dignity and respect.

The Centre Culturel Franco-Guinéen

On November 28, 2024, the Centre Culturel Franco-Guinéen celebrated the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls, marking a significant step in raising awareness and promoting action against gender-based violence in Guinea. This initiative, which brought together both French and Guinean communities, highlighted the strong international and local commitment to addressing the violence that women and girls face.

The Presence of the Ministry of Culture

At events like the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls organized by the Centre Culturel Franco-Guinéen, it is quite common for high-level government officials, such as those from the Ministry of Culture, to be present, especially if the event focuses on raising awareness about cultural issues, social justice, or gender equality.

The Ministry of Culture, 𝐌𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐚 𝐌𝐨𝐢̈𝐬𝐞 𝐒𝐘𝐋𝐋𝐀, in Guinea plays an essential role in supporting and promoting cultural initiatives, including those that involve the arts, education, and awareness campaigns. Therefore, the presence of the Minister of Culture (or a representative from the ministry) at such an event would signify government support for the cause, highlighting the importance of addressing gender-based violence and promoting gender equality in the country.

Given that the Centre Culturel Franco-Guinéen is a key cultural institution in Guinea with ties to the French government, it’s also likely that the Minister of Culture would attend or be represented, demonstrating collaboration between the Guinean government and the French Embassy in advancing cultural exchange and addressing important societal issues.

If you’re asking about the specific name of the Minister of Culture present at this event, I don’t have access to real-time information right now. For precise details, you may want to check news outlets, the official website of the Ministry of Culture in Guinea, or social media updates from the Centre Culturel Franco-Guinéen.

The finalists of Miss Guinée

 

By being present at such an important event, the finalists not only used their platform to amplify the conversation around these critical issues but also helped humanize the cause by directly connecting with the public, especially young people.

In many countries, beauty queens and pageant contestants are often seen as role models, and their voices can carry considerable weight in advocating for change.
For the young women involved, it was an opportunity to showcase their commitment to social causes, particularly gender-based violence and women’s rights.

 

 

A combat against gender-based violence

 

Their participation helped draw attention to the fact that gender-based violence is not just a legal or political issue, but one that affects the lives of individuals in communities.

By aligning themselves with this cause, the Miss Guinée finalists became active ambassadors for the empowerment of women, promoting awareness and urging people to take action—whether that involves supporting victims, challenging harmful societal norms, or advocating for stronger legal frameworks.

 

The Miss Guinée finalists’ involvement

 

The Miss Guinée finalists’ involvement

In summary, the Miss Guinée finalists’ involvement in the event not only heightened awareness but also symbolized the importance of youth involvement in social change. Their presence helped reinforce the idea that everyone—regardless of their background—has a role to play in ending violence against women and promoting a world of gender equality.

 

The event featured a documentary screening focused on domestic violence and rape in Guinea

The event featured a documentary screening focused on domestic violence

The event featured a documentary screening focused

The event featured a documentary screening focused on domestic violence and rape in Guinea, bringing to light the alarming prevalence of these issues within the country.
Documentaries like these are powerful tools for education and can spark meaningful conversations around sensitive topics that are often overlooked.
By showing the realities faced by survivors, the documentary helped shed light on the urgent need for societal change and better support for victims.

Following the screening, a panel discussion brought together state actors and representatives from NGO’s to discuss strategies for combating gender-based violence. The dialogue emphasized the critical importance of enforcing laws against such violence, stressing the need for better implementation of existing legal protections. The panel also discussed the necessity of raising awareness and educating the public to prevent gender-based violence and create a culture of respect and equality.

The participation of the Miss Guinée 2024 finalists highlighted the importance of education and awareness campaigns

The participation of the Miss Guinée 2024 finalists

The participation of the Miss Guinée 2024 finalists in the event added a special dimension to the day. These young women, as public figures, have the ability to inspire and mobilize others, especially through their platform in the pageant.

Their involvement highlighted the importance of education and awareness campaigns in reaching younger generations and encouraging them to be agents of change. Their presence at the event symbolized the commitment of youth to support the fight against gender violence and to take an active role in spreading messages of equality and respect.

An opportunity to strengthen partnerships between France & Guinea

This initiative was not only a day of reflection but also an opportunity to strengthen partnerships between France and Guinea as both nations work together to tackle gender inequality and violence. The collaboration between local and international actors emphasizes a shared responsibility in the global fight against gender-based violence. This event also serves as a reminder of the critical role that cultural centers, international organizations, and local activists play in creating sustainable change in societies around the world.

In summary, this event at the Centre Culturel Franco-Guinéen serves as a commendable example of international solidarity and local engagement, both of which are crucial for eliminating violence against women and girls. Through film, discussion, and the involvement of youth leaders, the event contributed to educating, empowering, and mobilizing both the local population and the broader international community in this essential fight for human rights.

The finalists of Miss Guinée 2024

The finalists of Miss Guinée 2024, like many young women involved in pageants around the world, are often seen as role models who can use their platform to raise awareness on important social issues.

One key cause that many of the contestants are passionate about is the fight against violence towards women and girls. In Guinea, as in many other countries, gender-based violence (GBV) remains a significant human rights issue, with many women and girls experiencing physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.

The finalists of Miss Guinée 2024, as young women, are likely to engage in this cause by advocating for several critical areas:

Raising Awareness

As public figures, they have the ability to bring attention to the prevalence of gender-based violence. They can use their platform during the pageant to speak out about the challenges that women and girls face, particularly in terms of domestic violence, sexual assault, and harmful cultural practices.

Campaigning for Change

Many pageant contestants, especially in countries like Guinea, are encouraged to be champions of social causes. The finalists might partner with NGOs, government initiatives, or community-based organizations to help spread educational campaigns about gender equality, legal rights, and support services available to survivors of violence.

Empowering Women

They might also focus on empowerment programs aimed at strengthening the position of women and girls within their communities. This can include providing educational opportunities, vocational training, or promoting self-defense workshops to help women protect themselves from violence.

Promoting Legal Protection

Advocacy for stronger laws and their enforcement, such as better protection for survivors of violence, more accessible justice for women, and harsher penalties for perpetrators, could be another area of focus. Contestants might use their influence to call for better implementation of the laws against domestic violence, child marriage, and other forms of violence.

Community Engagement

The young Miss Guinée finalists may also participate in grassroots community programs that aim to change attitudes towards women. These could involve school programs, community meetings, or social media campaigns designed to challenge harmful gender norms and educate both men and women about respect and equality.

In sum, the finalists of Miss Guinée 2024 are in a powerful position to engage with young people, particularly other women and girls, and inspire change. By using their visibility and platforms, they can contribute to the larger movement against gender-based violence and help foster a culture of equality and respect in Guinea.

COOMISGUI TEAM ORGANIZER
Mrs Aminata, President
Mrs Touré A Lynn Kaba, First Vice-President
Mrs. Fatoumata BINTA DIALLO, Deputy General Coordinator

Mrs Hann Moudatou Bah, Compliance-Director
Ms Diaka Camara, Director of Communications and Public Relations
Mrs Justine Kamara, 2nd vice-president of COOMISGUI
Mr Elie-Kuame-Artistic-Director
Mr Yagouba DIALLO – Secretary for Administration
Mr Lassine KONE, Secretary in charge of mobilisation, security and regional offices

KPAAF GUINEE

Madame Aminata Diallo is a Guinean-American who is the founder of KPAAF, an Institute for Professional Training in Sewing and Fashion Trades.
She is also the president of Mina Foundation Guinea, which works to promote girls’ education in rural areas and female entrepreneurial leadership.

In 2023, KPAAF Guinée, under the leadership of Aminata Diallo, organized the biggest beauty pageant in Guinea, Miss Guinee.
The event took place on November 24, 2023.
The preselection for Miss Guinée 2023 was held from May 20 to June 17, 20233.

Aminata Diallo is a woman of head and heart who is interested in everything related to the female sphere. She believes that the Miss Guinée Nationale event can be organized differently

The very first fashion school in Guinea..
E-mail: kpaafguinee2019@gmail.com

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