Halima Godane

Halima Mohamed Yusuf better known as Halima Godane ("the stooped one") (1935–1994) was a Somali poet and activist. Quotes I started SWSO after I witnessed the dire situation caused by years of conflicts that engulfed the country, but especially suffered by women in the Juba region. If every woman plays an active role in leadership and influential positions to enhance peace and women’s empowerment, we would see better results in every aspect of our communities. Women are good at organizing and, hence, can promote peace. Women’s collective peace activism can yield better results and move society forward. If we the women in this country, or in this region in particular want to have a say on vital issues that are affecting us, then we need solidarity to join our hands and voices together so that we are heard. Otherwise, we will remain scattered and overlooked. External links Category:1935 births Category:1994 deaths Category:Women authors from Somalia Category:Poets from Somalia Category:Activists from Somalia