The Ada Queenmothers Consortium has commended the Onua Foundation for its impactful support toward girls’ empowerment — particularly through the donation of sanitary pads to schoolgirls in Ada as part of the International Day of the Girl Child celebration.
Speaking at the event on November 5, Naana Adiki Manyeyo Adi I, Queen of the Adibiawe Clan and President of the Ada Queenmothers Consortium, applauded Onua Foundation for demonstrating leadership in promoting menstrual hygiene and dignity among girls.
“Onua Foundation’s contribution has restored confidence and dignity to our young girls. This is not just charity — it is an investment in their future,” she said.
The International Day of the Girl Child, instituted by the United Nations, highlights the rights of girls and the obstacles that limit their access to education, health, and leadership opportunities.
This year’s event, themed “The Girl I Am, The Change I Lead,” brought together pupils, teachers, queenmothers, and community leaders from selected schools within the Ada Foah Circuit in the Ada East District.
Addressing the girls, Naana Adiki Manyeyo Adi I encouraged them to rise above the challenges they face and take their rightful place as future leaders.
“Be bold. Be confident. Be disciplined. You are not just leaders of tomorrow — you are leaders today,” she charged.
She urged the girls to take their education seriously and make responsible choices that will shape their destiny positively. She warned against alcohol and substance abuse, stressing how such behaviors damage mental clarity, disrupt menstrual cycles, and affect reproductive health.
The Queenmother further encouraged the girls to embrace their identity and heritage:
“Your culture is your pride. Speak Dangme, learn Dangme, and live Dangme.”
Naana Adiki Manyeyo Adi I was joined by Naana Awudu Akiti I, Queen of Korgbor, and Naana Asi Tetteh Akpleh I, Queen of Gbantana. Together, the Queenmothers motivated the girls to believe in their potential and commit to becoming agents of transformation in their homes, schools, and communities.
