Monrovia—Former Vice President of Liberia, Jewel Howard-Taylor, is expected to address the 14th International Forum of Enterprising and Dynamic Women in the Republic of Burkina Faso.
By: Yawah Y. Jaivey
According to a statement released on Monday by the Office of the former Vice President, Madam Jewel Howard-Taylor has received an official invitation from the Government of Burkina Faso, through the National Office of Major Projects, to participate in the 14th Edition of the International Forum of Enterprising and Dynamic Women (FIED).
The high-level forum is scheduled to take place from November 25–30, 2025, in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, under the distinguished patronage of His Excellency Captain Ibrahim Traoré, President of Burkina Faso.
The 14th Edition of FIED, the statement noted, will bring together women leaders, policymakers, innovators, economic actors, rural women, and representatives of regional and international institutions to discuss ways to strengthen women’s leadership, promote transformational change, and advance inclusive development across Africa.
This year’s theme, “The Role and Impact of Women in Industrialization and the Promotion of Local Products,” highlights the importance of women’s involvement in economic diversification and industrial empowerment on the continent.
The statement added that former Vice President Howard-Taylor was invited in recognition of her long-standing commitment to women’s empowerment, education, leadership development, and grassroots transformation.
“Howard-Taylor’s presence at the event is expected to contribute significantly to dialogue on enhancing women-led innovation, strengthening economic participation, and promoting African-made products on both regional and global markets,” the statement noted.
Meanwhile, the former Vice President has expressed appreciation for the invitation and reaffirmed her commitment to advancing initiatives that uplift women and promote sustainable economic growth across Africa.
She stated that she looks forward to standing alongside other distinguished African women leaders and partners in shaping the future of female-driven industrialization on the continent.
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