By Truthmedia
New York, USA – Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, has been awarded the prestigious Prestige and Visionary Leadership Award at the Global Power Women Network Forum held in New York on September 25, 2025. The international platform, which celebrates transformative female leadership, recognized her outstanding contributions as First Lady and as President of the Organization of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD).
Taking to social media shortly after the ceremony, Dr. Bio shared her gratitude and pride with followers across the globe. “I am deeply honored to have been recognised with a Prestige and Visionary Leadership Award,” she posted. “This honour is not mine alone. It belongs to Sierra Leone, to the women and children whose resilience inspires my work, and to every partner who shares in this mission of building a more inclusive and equitable world.”
The award ceremony also coincided with her feature in this year’s edition of Amazons Watch Magazine, where she appeared alongside other global leaders driving change in gender equality and sustainable development.
“This recognition highlights not only my personal contributions,” she said, “but also the collective progress we continue to make in advancing gender equality, empowering women and girls, and promoting sustainable development.”
Dr. Bio used the moment to reaffirm her commitment to key advocacy areas, including ending child marriage, expanding access to education, and improving maternal health. “Such acknowledgments serve as a reminder of the importance of amplifying African voices on the global stage,” she stated. “They inspire me to continue championing the causes that matter most, creating opportunities for women and young people to thrive.”
The First Lady’s recognition in New York adds to a growing list of international accolades for her work in Sierra Leone and across the continent. Her leadership within OAFLAD has been marked by bold campaigns and strategic partnerships aimed at transforming the lives of women and children.
