The Forgotten Girl Child | Tumelo Sole | TEDxLytteltonWomen

Examining the challenges faced by Girl-Children during the Covid Pandemic & Post Covid impact. Tumelo Sole is an 11-year-old young girl who is versatile, driven and an all-rounder. She is a swimming and ballet enthusiast.

Tumelo is an avid reader. She often reviews numerous books on her social media accounts such as Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

Tumelo is currently in the Top 5 in her grade and has an average of 80% - 100%.

Tumelo Sole has attended various important functions as a speaker, particularly on issues affecting women and children. These include:

a) UN Women Generation Equality: 30 June 2021

Tumelo Sole was the only young guest speaker at this event which included the Former Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi and the Former Miss South Africa, Shudufhadzo Musida.

b) Generational Leadership: Youth Conversation with Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka: 28 September 2021

Tumelo Sole was one of the speakers at this event and had an opportunity to interact with Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx