A circle of voices: women of Cabo Delgado share paths of overcoming

On 4 March 2026, the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Mozambique visited the Girl Child Rights (GCR) Safe Spaces in Pemba. The visit was a moment of listening, dialogue and recognition of the journey of the women supported by the project.

An exhibition of products

The visit began with an exhibition of products made by the beneficiaries, displaced women and members of the host community. The participants explained how they had turned the skills acquired in the safe spaces into income-generating opportunities.

During the conversation, the Resident Coordinator spoke directly with the participants about the importance of Income-Generating Activities (AGR). She stressed that these activities are economic tools and also concrete paths to strengthening women’s autonomy, dignity and resilience.

A conversation around the fire

One of the central moments of the meeting took place in the Safe Space, where the participants gathered around a fire for an open conversation. In an atmosphere of trust and listening, the women spoke of the changes they have experienced since joining the project’s activities:

• stronger self-esteem;
• new sources of income;
• stronger community relationships;
• a renewed sense of hope.

The role of sisterhood

During the conversation, the Resident Coordinator highlighted the role of sisterhood, that is, unity, solidarity and mutual support among women, as an essential element in facing challenges and rebuilding lives. She also stressed that spaces for dialogue among women, based on shared experience and respect, are fundamental to promoting social and community change.

About the safe spaces

In the GCR Safe Spaces in Pemba, displaced women and women from the host community take part in support and income-generating activities.

For protection reasons, we do not publish the names of the people we support or images that could identify them.