Grace, poise and elegance are just some of the qualities all of the female role models we look up to possess and using passion and influence for the advancement of women is something we aspire to achieve. Mrs. Obama not only embodies these amazing role model qualities but also uses her influential position in The White House to help women around the world. This past June she toured South Africa with her two daughters and her mother, speaking to young women about the role they play in leadership on the African continent.
With a packed schedule we were not able to meet her but her inspiring words gave our girls the idea to present her with a gift, they wrote letters and read messages of appreciation to the first family. We posted these messages on our Youtube channel (check out our videos!) and brought the package of letters and DVD to Mrs. Obama’s team. We were happy to see our girls reach out to a role model they admired for her substance and inspiring attitude.
As a thank you, Michelle Obama wrote us back, sharing with us how grateful she is for the hard work done by youth for development in South Africa. Imagine our surprise to receive a hand delivered letter from the White House!
Founder Jos Dirkx and co-founder Sonia Bianchi are currently on a Girls & Football SA trip speaking with groups across the East Coast of the US. During their stop in Washington DC they took a minute to drop by and see the White House and pose for a picture with the organizations new prized possession!
In response to the letter, it’s a pleasure, Mrs. Obama, and we’re honored to have been in touch!
