Rwanda community in Sweden will gather this Saturday, 8th March 2025, to celebrate International Women’s Day in Stockholm. The event will bring together Rwandan women and leaders from different backgrounds to recognize and honor the achievements of women around the world.
The theme of this year’s event is “Accelerate Action – We Are Stronger Together.” The celebration will focus on the role of women in leadership, health, and development, encouraging unity and empowerment among women from different countries.
Meet the Speakers
The event will feature inspiring speakers from different parts of the world, including ambassadors, health professionals, and leaders in various sectors. The speakers include:
- Anna Agaba – President of the Rwanda Women Association (RWAS)
- Enass Alshahwan – Dean of Women Ambassadors in Sweden, Ambassador of Saudi Arabia
- Dr. Diane Gashumba – Dean of African Women Ambassadors in Sweden, Ambassador of Rwanda
- Ophelia Haanyama – Project Leader, Posithiva Gruppen
- Dr. Tajeri Aydin – CEO, Health Clinic Östermalm
- Priscilla Misihairabwi-Mushonga – Ambassador of Zimbabwe
- Dr. Anh Wartel – Deputy DG IVI
- Asrar Ahmed El Siddig Ahmed – Chargé d’affaires a.i.
- Angeline Kavindu Musili – Ambassador of Kenya
- Pr. Anna Mia Ekström – Karolinska Institutet
- Dr. Huaqing Li – CEO, Gynius
- Marie-Paule Yace – Chargé d’affaires a.i.
The event will take place in Stockholm and will bring together diplomats, community leaders, and professionals to discuss important topics affecting women in today’s society.
This celebration will be an opportunity for Rwandans and other communities to learn from inspiring women and exchange ideas on how to empower women and promote gender equality.
Women’s contributions to society, leadership, and development will be highlighted as part of this special gathering. Everyone is invited to join the event and be part of this important day of celebration and discussion.
