March 8th women day

 On March 9th, 2025, the Community Empowerment Foundation (CEF) proudly celebrated International Women's Day in the presence of our community and a large group of women at the Holgate Library’s community room. The event began with








a recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by speeches highlighting the valuable role of women in the progress and advancement of society. The CEF Women’s Committee then organized several short recreational programs, which were warmly received by the participants. The ceremony concluded with the distribution of gifts.

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