POWA President Engages Nigerian Diaspora Women at CSW70

New York, USA

 

The President of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Mrs. Mutiat Olufunmilola Disu, engaged Nigerian women in the diaspora during activities surrounding the Commission on the Status of Women 70 in New York.

 

The interaction provided an opportunity for dialogue on strengthening partnerships between Nigerians at home and abroad in promoting women empowerment, community development, and family welfare.

 

Mrs. Disu emphasized that collaboration between diaspora professionals and organizations in Nigeria can significantly expand opportunities for women, youth, and vulnerable communities.

 

 

POWA President Highlights Welfare Support for Police Families at CSW70

 

The President of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Mrs. Mutiat Olufunmilola Disu, has highlighted the importance of family welfare support for police officers as a critical component of national security.

 

Speaking during engagements at the Commission on the Status of Women 70, Mrs. Disu noted that stable and supportive families enable police officers to perform their duties more effectively.

 

She emphasized that POWA continues to support police families through programmes focused on education, healthcare, economic empowerment, and social welfare initiatives.

 

POWA President Advocates Health Awareness for Women and Police Families

 

Mrs. Mutiat Olufunmilola Disu has reiterated the importance of health awareness and preventive healthcare for women and families.

 

During engagements at Commission on the Status of Women 70, she highlighted POWA initiatives including cancer screening programmes and health outreach campaigns aimed at encouraging early detection and improved health outcomes for women.

 

She stressed that promoting health awareness among families and communities is essential to achieving sustainable development.

 

 

POWA President Promotes Education and Scholarships for Young Girls

 

The POWA President has reaffirmed the association’s commitment to education and leadership development for young girls.

 

Speaking at a CSW70 side engagement, Mrs. Disu noted that POWA has implemented scholarship programmes and educational initiatives designed to support young girls and vulnerable children.

 

According to her, investing in education remains one of the most effective ways to empower women and prepare future leaders.

 

 

POWA President Calls for Citizen-Police Collaboration to Improve Security

 

Mrs. Disu has called on citizens to support law enforcement agencies by working collaboratively to enhance security.

 

She urged members of the public to report suspicious activities and cooperate with the police, emphasizing that security is a shared responsibility.

 

“If you see something, say something,” she advised, noting that effective community cooperation is essential to preventing crime.