Campaigns to educate the girl child have been on the increase in this modern age. They have generally been viewed as a great initiative. However, it seems like the world is not on the same page as to why girls must also be educated.
The statement uttered by an educated woman sparked some controversy in the social media streets. She suggested without shame that a woman is to be educated for the sake of her husband. As you might have guessed, she was bashed left, right, and center.
Before we share what people’s opinions are on such a matter, here’s the life story shared by the lady in question:
So, not only is a degree an asset to the women’s husbands, but according to this lady, university campuses are there to help women find husbands. It was this story that triggered several people. Many didn’t shy away from expressing their disappointment. View some of the comments relating to this matter below:
We wonder if advocates for girl’s education eg Strive Masiyiwa, among others, have had thoughts like this cross their minds in their quest to educate girls. That would certainly change the narrative on these matters.
What are your thoughts?
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