First ladies share a common goal

Exchanging views: Najib in deep conversation with Kosovo President Atifete Jahjaga at the Global Summit of Women 2013. — Bernama

 

KUALA LUMPUR: They come from different continents and backgrounds, but share the same aspirations that their people, particularly women and children, can lead better lives.

This is a goal shared by Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor, Penehupifo Pohamba, Dr Christine Kaseba and Keosaychay Sayasone, the first ladies of their countries.

Rosmah said her role was not just as a mother and wife to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak, but also as a social worker.

“I have been actively working to help single mothers and promote early education for children, as I believe the spillover effect will be tremendous, not only for the family nucleus but also for the society and country,” she said at the First Ladies Forum, held in conjunction with the Global Summit of Women 2013.

Rosmah said she was fortunate to have the support of the Prime Minister, whom she described as “women and children-friendly”.