LOFA COUNTY, LIBERIA-Women in Voinjama, Lofa County, have termed the Spotlight Initiative 2.0 as impactful and beneficial to their livelihoods.

According to the women, some of the beneficiaries of the Spotlight Initiative are involved in snail farming, rice production, tie-and-dye, and the adult literacy program.

Speaking on behalf of the women, beneficiaries Makaimai Konneh and Weedor Jallah said the spotlight initiative has improved their lives through livelihood training,

Agriculture and economic empowerment. They lauded the government for prioritizing rural women in its National Development Plan.

At the same time, the Gender Coordinator in Lofa County, Winifred Willie, has highlighted the tremendous progress the Ministry of Gender has made since her ascendancy as Coordinator in the county.

She highlighted the building of staff capacity nationally and internationally, equipment to enhance the efficiency of their work, and financial support to Survivors of GBV.

The coordinator expressed excitement over the improvement of the Gender office in Lofa and the positive changes in the lives of Rural women under the Spotlight Initiative 2.0.

Madam Willie spoke during Minister Gbeme Horace Kollie’s visit to the county on Wednesday.

Meanwhile, Gender Minister Gbeme Horace Kollie encouraged the beneficiaries of the Spotlight Initiative to take advantage of the opportunities given to them to improve their lives.

Minister Kollie stated that the government is working tirelessly to improve the lives of citizens, especially women.

She further encouraged the beneficiaries to take ownership of projects in their county for sustainability.

The Gender Boss spoke during her visit in Lofa as part of her county tour engagement.