Some weeks ago, I was invited to speak with a group of individuals on the International Day of the Girl and when I realised I was not going to be speaking to a group of young girls, it birthed the idea for this reflection. Most times, gender advocates love to speak with and inspire young girls because they are the ones who have tons finally realise who they are and what they are meant to be. But, my interactions with people lately have shown that beyond talking to these girls, we also reach them by interacting with the people who have the biggest influence on their life. Roseline Adewuyi, Gender Advocate.

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