11 Sep 2016

In a bid to strengthen community development through empowering and restoring the true identity and value-add of men in society, leading insurer Botswana Life hosted a Father A Nation Symposium in Gaborone recently.

A press release from Botswana Life states that the symposium, which examined the challenges that men faced and uncovered principles that could motivate them to lead lives of true purpose, discussed restoring authentic masculinity, individual excellence and life skills.

It notes that the keynote speaker, regionally renowned life coach, Craig Wilkinson, highlighted that: “Our drive as men should not be limited to being good providers, but should also extend to becoming better men, fathers and leaders. We need to become more engaged and more conscious of our purpose in a manner that redefines negative masculinity.”

 The statement further says the workshop was designed to empower Botswana Life male staff and their male relatives. 

It further says, “We saw this as a great and refreshing way to provide men with a platform to openly discuss the challenges they face and equip them with ways in which they can tackle these issues.

The statement notes that the event concluded with the men making voluntary pledges to be more involved in their families by protecting, loving and inspiring their loved ones; to be active in combating inequalities and to use their strength to protect and serve in society. ENDS