UNICEF Cameroon’s Post

🌟 My name is Constance Bilong, 21 years old, currently a senior student in Terminale C at Lycée Général Leclerc. On October 28th, I had the honor of speaking at a Thematic Café on Gender-Based Violence (GBV), organized by Ministry of Woment empowerment and Family in collaboration with international partners at Hôtel Djeuga Palace in Yaoundé. 🎤 For the first time, I wasn’t just a participant—I was a speaker. I shared my personal story, voiced my ideas, and proposed concrete recommendations to strengthen the fight against GBV. Despite the nerves of speaking in front of distinguished guests—Madam Minister of Women and the Family, the United Nations Resident Coordinator, and representatives of UN agencies—I found the courage to speak. And in doing so, I experienced both fear and liberation. 💡 My key recommendations included: Raising awareness about the impact of GBV Engaging men and boys through positive masculinity Providing psychological, medical, and legal support to survivors Promoting initiatives like: The “Ma COTA” mentorship program Advisory girl networks such as AGAB Girls Movement campaigns Public speaking training for girls to build confidence and resilience 🙏 I owe this milestone to my mentor, Ma COTA Lisette, whose unwavering support and guidance helped me discover a stronger version of myself. Her legacy lives in me, and I will strive to pass on the light and wisdom she shared. Together, let’s keep pushing forward in the fight against GBV. #GenderEquality #StopGBV #YouthVoices #GirlsMovement #Mentorship #Leadership #UNV #MINPROFF #Empowerment #LinkedInYouth #MaCOTA #AGAB