I found the Women’s Leadership Workshops conducted by The Hunger
Project very beneficial. I learnt a lot about the power and functions as well as
the role of a leader. Now I am very confident and convene meetings regularly
in the village to discuss various issues relating to the village community. After
attending these training, I have learnt what it means to be a leader. Now I do
not worry as much even if I have to stay away of my home. My husband has
full confidence in me.I am more determined to carry forward the tasks entrusted to me for my
village even if the government officials try to discourage me by not giving me
their attention or trying to mislead me.One of my abiding dreams is to instill confidence in the women of my village.
I want them to believe in themselves and their own ability to accomplish
anything. I also want to broaden the minds of the women as I feel due to
centuries of oppression they have become weak and timid. I plan to stand for
re-election if the people of the village back me.Tonyir Basar
Member Block Panchayat
Panchayat: gori
Block: Basar
District: West Siang