Michelle Famo Mendy

Michelle Famo Mendy is a dedicated educator and senior mistress at St. Therese’s Lower Basic School in The Gambia. She has been vocal about the challenges faced by children in her classroom, particularly those involved in street vending. Mendy highlights the negative impact of child labor on education, noting that many students struggle with fatigue and absenteeism due to their responsibilities outside school. Her advocacy for children's rights emphasizes the need for community awareness and support to ensure that children can focus on their education rather than economic survival.