The National Day of the Federation of Protestant Women (FFP) recently took place in Butembo, in the province of North Kivu in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This event saw a massive participation of Protestant women as well as members of revival churches. The president of the Federation of Protestant Women of the Church of Christ in Congo (ECC/Butembo), Zawadi Mangolopa, highlighted the importance of this day as a way for women to demonstrate their capacity to bring positive change in working together in unity.
Among the subjects addressed during this day, the question of insecurity in the region was particularly discussed. Zawadi Mangolopa expressed concern over the current situation and called for a return to peace in the region. Protestant women in attendance also expressed support for the call, pleading for a safer environment for themselves and their community.
The next election was also discussed during this day. Zawadi Mangolopa urged people to vote for true patriots who aim to make a difference and not for those who only seek to profit from the system once elected. She stressed the importance of voting with real knowledge of the candidates and their intentions, in order to choose those who will be truly committed to the well-being of the country and its inhabitants.
This national day of the Federation of Protestant Women had the theme “With Jesus, if we want, we can”. It was a reminder of the collective power of Protestant women and their ability to bring about real change when they work together.
The event was a success and demonstrated the commitment and determination of Protestant women to contribute to society and the betterment of their community. It also highlights the importance of giving women a voice and a platform to share their concerns and ideas.
Ultimately, the National Day of the Federation of Protestant Women in Butembo was a strong moment of mobilization and commitment of Protestant women in favor of positive change. This day highlighted their collective power and their determination to work in unity to provide solutions to the challenges facing the country. This is a powerful reminder of women’s capacity to actively contribute to building a better and more equitable society.