The Sarauniya International Development Organization (SIDO) is honored to announce that Her Royal Majesty Queen Ameenata Dikko Koita, the Sarauniya of Fulbe in Ashanti, Ghana, will officially represent the organization at the 5th Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent (PFPAD), to be held in Geneva, Switzerland, from April 14 to April 17, 2026.
The UN Permanent Forum on People of African Descent serves as a global platform dedicated to advancing justice, development, and human rights for people of African descent worldwide. The 5th Session will convene government representatives, UN agencies, civil society leaders, traditional authorities, and advocates from across the globe to assess progress, share best practices, and develop actionable strategies aligned with the UN Decade for People of African Descent.
Queen Ameenata’s participation underscores SIDO’s continued commitment to amplifying African and diaspora voices within international policy spaces. As a respected traditional leader, humanitarian, and global advocate, Queen Ameenata brings a wealth of experience in women’s empowerment, education, public health, cultural preservation, and community-led development initiatives across Ghana and other parts of Africa.
Throughout the session, Queen Ameenata will engage in high-level dialogues, side events, and strategic meetings focused on advancing equity, addressing systemic inequalities, and strengthening partnerships that promote sustainable development for people of African descent. Her representation reflects SIDO’s mission to foster inclusive development, elevate indigenous leadership, and ensure that grassroots perspectives inform global decision-making processes.
SIDO looks forward to sharing updates from Geneva and collaborating with international partners to translate the outcomes of the forum into impactful programs and policies that benefit communities on the ground.
For more information about SIDO and its global advocacy efforts, please visit our official platforms and follow our updates throughout the 5th Session of the UN Permanent Forum on People of African Descent
