Sarah Moten passed peacefully
Publication 15/07/2013
It is with great sadness that The Board of Directors and members of The Foundation for Democracy in Africa (FDA), announce the passing of Dr. Sarah E. Moten, Board Member and 2008 recipient of FDA's highest honor -"The Medal of Glory Award."
FDA Pays Tribute to One of Africa's Greatest Champions
Sarah's career in development spanned more than four decades during which she served as Chief, Africa Bureau, Office of Sustainable Development, Education Division, United States Agency for International Development (USAID); Director, Peace Corp in Africa; Deputy Assistant Secretary for Refugee and Humanitarian Affairs; and Coordinator, Education Democracy Development Initiative (EDDI) for Africa - an inter-agency initiative under Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush. Most recently she served on the George W. Bush Institute, Women's Initiative Policy Advisory Council.
Sarah will be forever remembered for her personal commitment to Africa's development needs and a unique sensitivity to the educational needs of women and girls.
Funeral Services
Saturday, July 20, 2013
Carolina Missionary Baptist Church
9901 Allentown, Road
Fort Washington, Maryland 20744
Visitation will take place from 9:30 -11:30 am
Service to follow from 12:30-3:30 pm
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In lieu of flowers, the family will establish a Girl's Scholarship to continue the legacy that Dr. Moten worked so tirelessly for during her career.
We offer our heartfelt sympathy to Dr. Moten's family, colleagues and the people of America and Africa who she diligently served.
Sincerely,
Fred Oladeinde
The Foundation for Democracy in Africa
