The Forum for African Women Educationalists convened its 81st Board Meeting, bringing together Board Members to provide strategic oversight and direction for the organisation’s work across the continent.
This high-level governance platform reflected FAWE’s continued commitment to strong leadership, institutional accountability, and forward-looking strategy as it advances gender-transformative education across Africa.
The 81st Board Meeting serves as a critical moment for reflection, decision-making, and strategic alignment. It enables FAWE leadership to assess progress, guide priorities, and reinforce the organisation’s mission of expanding access to quality education for girls and young women.
Through such governance engagements, FAWE ensures that its programmes remain responsive, impactful, and aligned with evolving regional and global education agendas.
Held on the sidelines of the Board Meeting, FAWE also hosted a National Chapters Learning and Engagement Forum for countries implementing the FAWE/Mastercard Foundation Phase II Programme.
This unique convening brought together Board Members and Executive Directors from 10 implementing countries, creating a dynamic space for dialogue between governance and programme implementation.
By connecting strategic leadership with on-the-ground experiences, FAWE is strengthening the link between policy direction and practical delivery—ensuring that decisions are informed by real-time insights and country-level realities.
The forum offered a valuable opportunity for participants to:
✔️ Share experiences and lessons learned across countries
✔️ Engage in reflective dialogue on programme implementation
✔️ Strengthen alignment between FAWE Africa and National Chapters
✔️ Showcase innovative approaches and impact at country level
This collaborative environment fosters peer learning and reinforces a culture of continuous improvement across the FAWE network.
Representing Aïcha Bah Diallo, Chairperson of the FAWE Africa Board, Simone de Comarmond delivered a strong call for enhanced collaboration, shared accountability, and collective leadership.
Her message emphasized the importance of working together across all levels of the organisation to drive impact at scale—particularly as the Phase II Programme continues to expand across multiple countries.
As FAWE moves forward, the organisation remains focused on strengthening resilient education systems that create sustainable opportunities for young women and men to learn, lead, and thrive.
The convergence of governance and programme implementation in Nairobi marks a significant step in ensuring that FAWE’s vision is not only strategic but also grounded in action—delivering meaningful and lasting change across Africa.