Minister Kumar Inspires Boarders At Adi Cakobau

Boarders at Adi Cakobau School (ACS) were treated to an inspirational chat with the Minister of Education, Heritage and Arts, Premila Kumar on Wednesday night.

The Minister spent time with the girls and talked about the importance of education, remaining focused, and perseverance.

“There is a constant struggle to change the perception of many that girls should not, or cannot, do many things that boys can. It is sad that in this day and age, many women in the workplace still encounter unfair treatment, bullying, and contempt, but this must not distract you,” said the Minister.

“I do not treat boys and girls differently - even at home with my two sons and a daughter, I treat them equally.”

“Education is so critical in life. It gives you the ability to make informed choices, choices that urge you to seek opportunities, opportunities that give you freedom and empowerment.”

“An African proverb asserts that if you educate a man, you educate an individual but if you educate a woman, you educate a nation.”

“ACS has produced highly capable women who are in sports, universities, politics, medical fields, and in other well paid jobs. Education gives financial freedom,” said the Minister.

The Minister encouraged the girls to reach out to people they trust when they encounter problems as we all do and reminded them that the people who love and care about them unconditionally are their parents.

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