A couple weeks ago, I met one of the most international influential people of today. He also has a name which many people may not recognize.
In this picture, you can see Mr. Ban Ki-moon and his wife, as well as Mr. Doss, special UN representative for DR Congo, and his wife. They are in front of HEAL Africa, who had the honor of receiving these honored guests. Dr. Likofata, HEAL Africa's Public Health Director, and Virginie Mumbere, Public Relations Director, received him along with other incredible HEAL Africa staff members.
Surprisingly, I had a special little moment with the UN Secretary General in the bright-orange HEALing Arts room when we welcomed him and his delegation to see the work HEAL Africa is doing to further help victims of sexual violence in the development of life skills. In this blurry picture, I got to translate for Mr. and Mrs. Ki-moon.
They listened to a short explanation of the program, admired what the women are accomplishing, and then like the rest of us, got lost in the beauty and charm of Congolese babies, namely lovely Baby Plamedi, who sported the HEALing Arts uniform of the day!
Mr. Ki-moom finished his visit with a public statement against sexual violence and an appeal to put it to end. This statement is available via email, just contact HEAL Africa.
