Dr. Gale Rigobert, Minister for Education, Innovation, Gender Relations and Sustainable Development, says women’s issues are high on government’s agenda. She stated that government ought to do more to assist female entrepreneurs, helping these women acquire skills and that they have the requisite resources to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams, and by so doing, gain economic independence. Minister Rigobert added that the age-old issue of violence against women still needs attention. She says educating men so that they demonstrate a higher level of respect for women and not fall prey to criminal impulses is an urgent need. Dr. Rigobert will be part of several meetings that will widen her perspective on issues of gender equality and empowering women.

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