As the world basks in the commemoration of the 2024 International Women’s Day, themed “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress,” a young sickle Cell warrior and gender advocate, Miss Favour Teerdo Patrick has charged women all over the world to come together, amplify their voices, and work towards a collective victory in the fight for equality and empowerment
Favour, despite battling sickle cell disease, has become the president of the Favour and Great Daniel Care Foundation, a beacon of hope and support for those in need.
Through her foundation, Favour has touched the lives of countless individuals, providing vital support and spreading hope wherever she goes.
“I want to take a moment to emphasise the importance of supporting women. We must lift each other, celebrate each other’s achievements, and stand together in solidarity. Our voices matter, and when we come together, we are unstoppable.
“We are hoping to build a city where Sickle cell warriors will get free education, medical care, and other welfare packages.
“We come together to recognize the incredible strength and resilience of women worldwide,” She noted on the theme: “Turning pain to power.”
While charging all to go out and make a difference, create the world of their dreams, and remember they can do it together, Favour added that they should not only reflect on how far they’ve come but also recommit themselves to the ongoing fight for gender equality.
She maintained “I also want to shine a spotlight on the incredible work being done by my organisations: Favour and Great-Daniel Care Foundation. The dedication of my team to supporting widows and orphans is truly inspiring, and my parents have helped me to reach out and support other sickle cell warriors and serve as a beacon of hope for those in need.
“Together, we can create a world where every woman and girl is valued, respected, and empowered to achieve her dreams.
“As women, we face unique challenges every day, whether it’s battling illness, fighting for our rights, or simply striving to be heard in a world that often overlooks our voices. But despite these challenges, we continue to stand tall, supporting one another and pushing forward towards a brighter future.
“I once saw a lady sing a solo song, it was great, but later I heard the same song sung in parts by a massive choir, and then I realised that though the song by the soloist was beautiful, it was incomplete. The choir gave a full and more beautiful representation. And that is what our struggle is about. There are some songs that only one person cannot adequately amplify: Our Fight as Women cannot be the representation of a soloist. We must go out as a choir,” she concluded
