Economics and empathy

A bit blurry but as you can tell I was on the wrong side of the camera....

Today I have the pleasure of meeting the Economic Advisor to the Ministry of Finance in Guinea, Dr. Nagnouma Faro. Such a wonderful woman, full of empathy, positivity and wit, and comes with lots of credentials to boot, not to mention having being a serious activist for women's rights throughout her youth and during her rebellious University time. She's also well known in Guinea for being a vociferous voice for people with disabilities.

As Chairwoman also of the National Microfinance Agency she is a keen supporter of Plan Int'l and wants to roll out village savings and loan associations for women in rural areas of the remote northern part of the country - and hey presto thats where we come in.

All in all, a really positive meeting - and an enjoyable one too!