Champion
Makeda Antoine-Cambridge
Ambassador, Permanent Representative, Permanent Mission of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
Makeda Antoine-Cambridge

“We can’t talk human rights without discussing women’s rights. Empowering women strengthens our families, enriches our communities and grows our economies. It’s a wise decision and we all benefit.”

I support the IGC Panel Parity Pledge.

  • Introduce a scholarship program in one university targeting female students in male dominated fields (government and ICT) in Trinidad and Tobago starting October 2018.

  • Launch an initiative (workshop/speaking opportunity) in high schools focusing on Preventing Gender Based Violence starting with 2 schools for 2018/2019 .