Botswana: The First Lady of Botswana, Neo Jane Masisi has engaged in a dialogue with the youngsters of the country. The First Lady of the Republic of Botswana aimed to sensitize the youngsters of the country about the evils of drug abuse.
The first lady hosted a youth dialogue against drug use at Moselewapula Junior Secondary School. The officials came together for the youngsters of the country on Tuesday. During the event, First Lady Neo Jane Masisi accompanied the First Lady of the Republic of Estonia, Sirje Karis.
The officials shared glimpses from the event and discussed its significance for the youngster. The Youth Dialogue occurred on the sidelines of the State Visit by Alar Karis, President of the Republic of Estonia.
The event served as an opportunity to impart knowledge to the youth on the dangers and risks of drug use. At the same time, the officials also took the opportunity to discuss all the possible solutions.
The country has been facing the issue of increased drug use, especially among the youngsters of the country. The First Lady of the country has been working for the people of the country and encouraging the youngsters to embrace productive activities.
The First Lady of Botswana, Neo Jane Masisi, has called on the support of the country’s various stakeholders. She asked members of civil society, parents, and the community to come together and address the drug issue among young people.
Further, Masisi is currently the UNAIDS Champion for the Empowerment and Engagement of Adolescent Girls and young women. However, she has also emphasized the need to uplift the boy child.
The people of Botswana have applauded the first lady for the event. One of the social media users said, “I love this. More especially, it being conducted with an invited foreign guest – sharing global youth experiences.”
The social media user also added, “I hope our children listened. As parents, I hope we learn and embrace the fact that our children, both girls and boys are doing drugs and alcohol in the same measure. Let’s treat and educate them using one barometer. Not one for boys and another for girls.”