The project, "Okoa Boy Child, Imarisha Girl Child," was inspired by the need to promote peace, justice, and strong institutions by advocating for equitable care and empowerment of both boys and girls in society. While tremendous progress has been made in empowering the girl child, this initiative recognizes that a balanced approach is essential for sustainable development and societal harmony. Neglecting the boy child can inadvertently create social inequalities that hinder progress toward achieving peace and justice.
The project seeks to shift narratives and call for nations, communities, and institutions to extend deliberate care and empowerment programs to boys while continuing efforts to uplift girls. Through awareness campaigns, dialogues, and community workshops, the initiative emphasizes the interconnectedness of both genders in building a peaceful and prosperous society.
"Okoa Boy Child, Imarisha Girl Child" is a platform for discussing critical issues such as mental health challenges, educational opportunities, and social pressures faced by boys while reinforcing the importance of empowering girls. By fostering mutual understanding and inclusivity, the project aims to dismantle stereotypes, reduce gender-based disparities, and nurture a generation of empowered individuals who contribute to peace, justice, and strong institutions.
This initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 5: Gender Equality and SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions). It underscores that true societal progress can only be achieved when both boys and girls are given equal opportunities to thrive and contribute meaningfully to their communities.