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South African BRICS Youth Leader Advocates for Bigger Women’s Role in Male-Dominated Industries
South African BRICS Youth Leader Advocates for Bigger Women’s Role in Male-Dominated Industries
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It's important to recognize the critical role of women's involvement in traditionally male-dominated sectors, such as engineering, construction, and agriculture, Raymond Matlala, Chairperson of the South African BRICS Youth Association, told Sputnik Africa.Speaking at the BRICS Civil Council meeting on the margins of the Eurasian Women's Forum, Matlala, who is also co-secretariat of Civil BRICS South Africa, advocated the formalization of the Council as a recognized body to ensure the sustainability and implementation of civil society projects across BRICS nations.Furthermore, the chairperson emphasized that when women are in positions of influence, they not only serve themselves but also uplift their communities, which is why their involvement is critical to opening doors for both women and youth.Addressing the issue of male dominance in certain fields, Matlala called for raising awareness and challenging outdated perceptions.Matlala further emphasized the importance of teaching future generations about African traditions, underscoring that cultural preservation is key to maintaining a society's identity.
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South African BRICS Youth Leader Advocates for Bigger Women’s Role in Male-Dominated Industries
16:58 24.09.2024 (Updated: 17:49 24.09.2024) Christina Glazkova
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The Eurasian Women's Forum is a major international event dedicated to the discussion of women's roles in modern society, focusing on topics such as economic empowerment, social development, and gender equality. This year, it was held on September 18–20 in Russia's St. Petersburg.
It's important to recognize the critical role of women's involvement in traditionally male-dominated sectors, such as engineering, construction, and agriculture,
Raymond Matlala, Chairperson of the
South African BRICS Youth Association, told
Sputnik Africa.“We do want to encourage women to take part in those opportunities,” he said.
Speaking at the
BRICS Civil Council meeting on the margins of the Eurasian Women's Forum, Matlala, who is also co-secretariat of Civil BRICS South Africa, advocated the formalization of the Council as a recognized body to ensure the sustainability and implementation of civil society projects across BRICS nations.
Furthermore, the chairperson emphasized that
when women are in positions of influence, they not only serve themselves but also uplift their communities, which is why their
involvement is critical to opening doors for both women and youth.
“Where there are women, there's a broader sense of community and engagement,” he added.
Addressing the issue of male dominance in certain fields, Matlala called for raising awareness and challenging outdated perceptions.
“It’s just about awareness and also to say to the women, ‘you are capable, and you can do it,’ because this is a historic thing to say women can't get into agriculture or construction or engineering,” he noted.
Matlala further emphasized the importance of teaching future generations about African traditions, underscoring that
cultural preservation is key to maintaining a society's identity.
