By: Contributor
Casablanca served as the international stage for this year’s Women’s Summit 2025, held from June 18–19 at the Hyatt Regency under the honorary presidency of Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Meryem.
Now in its third edition, the summit brought together prominent women leaders from Morocco, across Africa, and countries including Canada and the United States to explore themes of innovation, sustainable development, and women’s economic empowerment.
Representing Liberia, HE Snyleseh Stephenie Dahn Koung, Second Lady of Liberia and Executive Director of the Group of 77, was an Honorary Guest Speaker and Panelist.
Invited by the Startup Grow Foundation, her participation emphasized Liberia’s commitment to strengthening international cooperation around inclusive development and social advancement.
In addition to her role in the summit’s main sessions, Dahn Koung took part in several high-level discussions aimed at fostering cross-border collaboration.
She met with Madam Ghizlane Benjelloun vice president of the National Observatory for the Rights of Children in Rabat, where they discussed shared priorities related to child protection and support services for children with disabilities in both Liberia and Morocco.
In Casablanca, Dahn Koung also held a meeting with Mayor Nabila Rmili, focusing on strategies to support women with disabilities and promote their active participation in society.
Both engagements reflected a mutual interest in strengthening inclusive policy and building effective partnerships between institutions in the two countries.
Her visit also highlighted the enduring mission of Liberia’s Group of 77, a national social welfare initiative founded in 1977 by former President William R. Tolbert.
Originally inspired by his international experiences, the program was established to serve the needs of persons with disabilities and continues to operate under the Office of the Vice President, often overseen by the Vice President’s spouse or appointee.
The Startup Grow Foundation is an organization dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs, particularly in underserved communities. Its work includes providing mentorship, funding access, and expert guidance to help startups succeed and scale, contributing to broader economic development goals.
As the Women’s Summit 2025 comes to a close, it leaves behind a clear message: meaningful progress depends on cooperation, commitment, and inclusive leadership.
With participation from influential figures such as the Second Lady of Liberia, the summit serves as a powerful platform for building partnerships that can drive change across regions and generations.
