Article featured in the Gambian Daily Observer National Newspaper:
Thursday, June 10, 2010
The vice president and minister of Women's Affairs, Aja Dr Isatou Njie-Saidy, was yesterday honored with the '2010 Legacy of Empowerment Award' by Carlisha Williams, the executive director of Women Empowering Nations, at a presentation ceremony held at her office at State House in Banjul.
This development is in recognition of her hard work, compassion and dedication to service. Speaking to reporters shortly after presenting the award to VP Njie-Saidy, Ms Williams who is also a goodwill ambassador for The Gambia said her organization is based in the United States and is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) which is committed to enhancing education through self-esteem development and empowerment. According to her, each year, they present 'The Legacy of Empowerment Award' to a woman who serves as a role model, leads by example and promotes the importance of education while impacting positively on the lives of girls and women around the world.
"Our NGO is working with girls and women here in The Gambia and we believe that the vice president is not only a shining example of everything our organization promotes, but also committed to the service and empowerment of women. In recognition of her dedication, we chose to honor her with this prestigious award," she stated.