Real change rarely happens all at once. More often, it begins quietly-in conversations, in
small acts of courage, in people choosing a different path forward. In northern Tanzania,
we are seeing that change take root in powerful ways.
A powerhouse for social welfare, Meshah Singolyo refuses to be deterred by the slow pace of
change, choosing instead to lead the charge. Through our partnership with her organization,
PWDT (Partnership for Women and Development for Tanzania), communities across the Arusha
Region are continuing the work of protecting girls and challenging harmful practices like female
genital mutilation (FGM). This year, that work was recognized in a meaningful way. During the
International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM, PWDT was honored as a Champion of Change—a
reflection of years of steady, committed effort to uplift women and safeguard the next generation.