The Founder of the Rose of Sharon Foundation (RoSF), Mrs Folorunso Alakija during an interview with Channels Television, spoke on the plight of widows and orphans in Nigeria as well as the role of the Rose of Sharon Foundation in providing succor to vulnerable people in the society. Follow the
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ROSF NEWSLETTER – 10TH EDITION 2020
The Rose of Sharon Foundation is pleased to report the events that took place during the first half of 2020. Visit the link below to download the 10th edition of our newsletter; https://bit.ly/3epAJKP … Reach out and touch
FOUNDER’S ADDRESS – ROSF INTERNATIONAL WIDOWS’ DAY 2020
We warmly welcome you all to the RoSF International Widow’s Day 2020. The United Nations observes 23rd June as International Widows’ Day, to draw attention to the voices and experiences of widows and to galvanise the unique support that they need. Our Founder, Mrs. Folorunso Alakija has a very important message for us.
ACHIEVEMENTS IN THE LAST YEAR (June 2016-June 2017)
International Widows Day 2016 We celebrated IWD 2016 on Thursday 23rd June with over 500 attendees. During last years’ celebration, The Grand Matron and First Lady of Lagos State promised to empower 7 widows in the bread business. However, they have not commenced the business due to mobility challenges.
Congratulations to all Graduating Students of UNILAG
The RoSF awarded scholarships to 1,366 comprising widows’ children and orphans. This scholarship start from nursery/primary school level through university since 2008. Till date, a total of 99 students have graduated from various higher institutions across the country. At our Christmas party last year, 2015, those who excelled in their