ANGOLA: JETHRO INTERNATIONAL CIVIL DIPLOMAT LAURO CASSULE LEADS LAUNCH OF “NOSSAS MADRINHAS” PROJECT

Jethro International Civil Diplomat mobilizes community for transformative action in Luanda

Angola: On June 28, 2025, Lauro Cassule, Humanitarian Civil Diplomat of Jethro International, led the official launch of the “Nossas Madrinhas” (Our Godmothers) project.

The ceremony took place at the Dr. António Agostinho Neto Memorial in Luanda, Angola.

The project is a powerful initiative developed by Tribo Global Kuenda (TGK) — an organization founded and presided over by Cassule — aiming to promote inclusion, protection, and empowerment of children with albinism and their families.

Civil diplomacy and solidarity come together through “Nossas Madrinhas”

The event brought together government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, business leaders, artists, and beneficiary families.

It was marked by strong social and institutional mobilization, highlighting the role of humanitarian diplomacy as a bridge toward sustainable development.

“With this project, we reaffirm that no child should be invisible,” declared Cassule in his opening remarks. To be a Humanitarian Civil Diplomat is to be committed to dignity, equity, and transformative action.”

Jethro International: Strengthening the Civil Diplomacy Network

Cassule emphasized his commitment to Jethro International, noting the importance of connecting and mobilizing Civil and Humanitarian Diplomats who share a vision for human rights, especially the rights of people with albinism.

The initiative also introduces the Godmothers’ Club — a growing network of women who provide personal and active support to the development of children with albinism.

Strategic partnerships and commitment to the SDGs

The project is supported by key partners, including:

• Petro de Luanda

• Macon TV

• Centrooptico

• Fresmart

• MASFAMU – Ministry of Social Action, Family and Promotion of Women

• Camões – Portuguese Cooperation Institute

• CCIAM – Angola Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The event also honored First Lady of Angola Ana Dias Lourenço and MPLA Vice-President Mara Quiosa as honorary godmothers.

A total of 10 institutional cooperation agreements were signed during the launch, showing a shared commitment to several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

• SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being

• SDG 4 – Quality Education

• SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities

• SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

What the “Nossas Madrinhas” Project Offers

Key components of the initiative include:

• Home visits

• Dermatological and ophthalmological screenings

• Educational support

• Community entrepreneurship training

• Ongoing development of the Godmothers’ Club

About Civil Diplomat Lauro Cassule

Lauro Cassule is a Humanitarian Civil Diplomat at Jethro International, a social communicator, and an activist. He is also the founder and president of Tribo Global Kuenda, working tirelessly for human rights and impactful community initiatives in Angola, Southern Africa, and the diaspora.

📽️ Watch highlights from the event:
Official Event Video on Facebook