The Debbie De Foundation recently celebrated the launch of its new line of reusable sanitary pads with a pink and white-themed event. The occasion featured live piano music, adding a touch of elegance to the proceedings.
Babalwa Mni opened the event with a prayer and shared her experience meeting Debbie Mogale, introducing her to the audience. Mogale then took the stage to welcome everyone, explaining the motivation behind her non-profit organisation (NPO). She acknowledged the support she received from various individuals, particularly her parents, and thanked everyone for their presence. She also outlined the event’s schedule and highlighted the crucial role her parents played in her journey.
“When I was a young girl in Grade 8, I could not go to school because of financial constraints so I sat at home for three weeks. That was a very challenging time for me because as a teenager all you have is school.
“Then I realised through my pain and challenges that other young girls are being kept away from school for various reasons and that’s what led to the start of the Debbie De Foundation. Our core function is to ensure that children never miss a day at school.”
Mogale’s father spoke shortly after the ribbon cutting was done, expressing gratitude for his daughter’s achievements and reflecting on the support he provided despite his unemployment at the time. He shared, “This is how we are going to change the world; ours is to make sure that we support those who have the vision. I always tell her that life is like a tree, the root of a tree makes sure that the leaves are green but what goes into the root sometimes it’s even poison.”
Following the speeches, Babalwa Mni conducted a tour of the foundation’s facility, which also functions as a training centre for sewing skills. The foundation recently employed its first staff member, marking a significant step forward. Mni closed the event with a prayer and final thanks to the attendees.
Guests enjoyed refreshments and snacks, engaging in networking while celebrating the launch of a product aimed at making a meaningful impact.
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