Green Hills Academy students visit IGIHE, send accolades to women

The two institutions share the spirit of “excellence” with GHA standing out in academic field as the sole school in Rwanda offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program while IGIHE boasts of standing out in media as the Rwanda’s leading online outlet.

The visit by 15 students and their two tutors was part of the school’s celebration of International Women Day (IWD) and the choice of IGIHE was inspired by the fact that it has a real team of journalists and is offering a special coverage of women during women’s month (March), according to teacher Lawoiri Riffi who, together with teacher Marie Guerin, led the visiting team.

“We wanted to visit a real team of journalists. So we chose the women’s day. In my point of view, teaching should be practical, motivating and funny. The objective of GHA is ‘Towards Excellence”, by this visit, we follow our goal to be excellent in everything,” said Riffi.

On the occasion, the students of a Kigali-based international school currently hosting 1650 students from 56 nationalities wrote accolades to women in recognition of their outstanding courage and determination in upbringing the humankind. Below are the accolades by three among the students:

“Every man needs a woman when his life is a mess, because just like the game of chess- the queen protects the king.”

The greatest pleasure in a man’s life is to get somebody who is multitalented, loving, caring and has all the qualities needed in an angel, these are who we call women.

They are the stars and moon in our lives. They are the most beautiful creation invented by God who have landed up on earth like angels to make earth a heavenly place. Despite of all the kindness and care they have given us, women are abused all around the world without any terror which includes transgressions like- rapes, sexual assaults, acid attacks etc. to decrease the level of these felonies, the people have decided to appreciate women with love and gratitude by making it a special day known as the International Women’s Day (IWD).

IWD also known as international women’s working day is a day celebrated worldwide that mainly focuses on the attainment by the women in all fields like economic, political and social. It’s also a day for the UN attempting to resolve on the struggles women are suffering. The global women’s day is acknowledged on 8th March because women held rallies either to protest the war or to express solidarity with other activists in 1975, during {{International Women’s}} Year. The United Nations began {{celebrating International Women’s Day}} on {{8th March}}. It’s commemorated in most of the European countries and Asian countries- for example Denmark, Switzerland, china, India, Austria, etc.

Women are very important to our society. They have contributed a lot in every other branch- whether it’s sport or science, they have made themselves recognised to the whole world with their tremendous accomplishments. Some women like mother Teresa, Malala, Helen and others have even left their mark on earth and in the history. These stars of our lives have showed that women are no less than men including every simple housewife, mom and sister out there. They have the toughest job in their daily lives which is unrewarded and they receive no leave. Except for these our moms, wives and sisters seldom whine. Being a woman is not a piece of cake, it requires a lot of patience, love and courage. So, let this women’s day be memorable for your loved ones making an abundance of love flow through their nerves and appealing your prayers to the women al around the world who are currently suffering with horrendous abuses. Love them because they are W-wonderful, o-outstanding-motherly, a-ambitious and n-nurturing.

Mothers, aunts and sisters. These women we see every day are truly the gems in a man’s life. The love of a mother is irreplaceable. The counsel of your aunt straightens your mind. And your sister is always there to give you advice and even a shoulder to cry on.

Women are truly wonderful because of their beauty and approachable nature. A lady, the person who is willing to keep your secrets and sorrows. A woman who shares your hopes, dreams and passions. A lady is your special friend if you just listen to her.

Even though they rarely seem alone or out of home, women have taken a leap into the future. In the past we foolishly overlooked their abilities and we paid the price. Long ago a woman was seen as a source of dowry, money and children. Forced into marriages and other dishonourable deeds, their value was diminished.

But the new age is in their hands. Brave and inspiring women, such as Jeanette Kagame, our First Lady, who strives hard for the growth and education of the youth. And not to forget our Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Louise Mushikiwabo, who works very hard to represent the image of Rwanda in the world. And other remarkable ladies such as Ophrah Winfrey and Michelle Obama who paved the way to greatness for the next generation of women. Women are allowed to vote and some are currently the leaders of countries, far and wide in the world. Their works are remarkable and may they lead us into a new era.

My mother is one such woman. Her bravery and sacrifice inspires me every day. Honour the women and respect them because they gave us life.

As we know that women’s day is approaching that’s why I wrote an essay about it. Women’s day is not a new topic in this generation to talk about. Women’s day is on 8th of March every year and it is celebrated to value and tell them the achievements they have done. It is a day to appreciate them with love and gratitude. It is also known as the United Nations (UN) Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace. On this day many events are held by women’s group. Men give flowers and gifts to their wives, girlfriends, daughters and mothers. International women’s Day is all about feeling women realize their worth and giving them a boost to achieve as per their actual potential.
It is a very special day for women because they work so hard to make the family perfect. I think the women do the hardest work in the world because they even have to care for the family, make food and they do not get holidays on Saturdays and Sundays; they always work. I think the most important woman in your life will be your mother.

Everyone says that “behind a successful man there is a woman.” Some ways which you can make a woman special: respect them all the time not just because they are women but also because they are individuals and they have their own identity, do not think that men are better than women because everyone is equal.

They are wonderful daughters, amazing sisters, superior wives, caring mothers, and loving grannies. They are born as leaders, and fighters. They are the light of children and men’s live. Make this day special for women so, they can experience the same love that they give us every moment. As we celebrate the centenary of International Women’s Day this year, we are to take more advantage of the potentials and talents of half of the humanity, and not just seek to consecrate gender equality in principle. Indeed, women could greatly contribute to the upbringing and education. Let us show respect to all women in the world and wish them a HAPPY WOMEN’S DAY.