‘Help Guyana to achieve its goal of becoming a ‘green’ state’ – First Lady

First Lady Sandra Granger on Friday urged women to recognise the importance of their role in the growth and sustainable development of their families, communities and country, even as Guyana continues along the path towards becoming a ‘green’ state.

The First Lady made these remarks while attending the Regional Women’s

Conference of the National Congress of Women (NCW), held at the Good Hope Transformation Centre in Pomeroon/Supenaam (Region Two).

The First Lady noted that it is important for women to play a greater role in the decision-making process. “We must proudly take our places in our families, our neighbourhoods, our villages, and at the regional and national levels; so that our voices are heard, our needs are recognised and met, and we help to change the environment and the circumstances in which we and our families live… Help Guyana to achieve its goal of becoming a ‘green’ state resting on four pillars: energy, environmental security, ecological services, enterprise and employment,” the First Lady said.

Mrs Granger said women comprise more than half of the country’s population, and should tap into opportunities to advance their education, improve their skills, and raise their standard of living.

“Learn from the skills and experience of your sisters and those who truly have your interests at heart… We have the power of numbers. What we say must be recognised as something important in our neighbourhood, our regions and our nation,” she said.

Friday’s conference featured discussions regarding Guyana’s ‘green’ agenda and steps that can be taken by the NCW to contribute to this thrust.