Cover Girls for Girls International co-founder Izzana Salleh with the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro
Girls for Girls International co-founder Izzana Salleh with the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro
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Discover Izzana Salleh’s road to empowering women through Girls for Girls International as well as the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro
In the local landscape of empowering journeys, a few figures stand out, such as Izzana Salleh. The co-founder and key force behind Girls for Girls International (G4G), Izzana has dedicated her life to championing the cause of young women, providing them with the tools and mentorship they need to thrive. Her dynamic lifestyle, driven by a relentless pursuit of equality and empowerment, requires a vehicle to keep up with her unwavering pace.
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Enter the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro—a perfect match for a woman who embodies strength, sophistication, and forward-thinking.
The flagship SUV from Chery is a high-end luxurious with a sporty design that’s suitable for a driven individual like Izzana.
The car is also not lacking in power as it boasts a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 256 hp and 390 Nm of torque with a responsive seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT), making it a satisfying quick sprinter that hits 100km/h in 8.4 seconds with a top speed of 200km/h.
Above Izzana and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro
Izzana and Chery Tiggo 8 Pro
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Above For Izzana, creating a safe space for women empowerment is crucial in the work she does
Above Izzana notes that the early days of starting her organisation was a leap of faith
For Izzana, creating a safe space for women empowerment is crucial in the work she does
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In her quest to empower women globally, Izzana has faced daunting challenges akin to navigating uncharted territory. She reminisces about the early days of G4G, where uncertainty loomed large, and every step was a leap of faith. “It meant facing fears head-on. Setting up something new from ground zero… putting my most honest and vulnerable self out there,” she recalls, highlighting the apprehension that shadowed the pilot years.
Yet, amidst uncertainty, Izzana found solace in fostering a culture of courage and resilience within G4G. “Every step reminded me of the power of creating a safe space for courage and growth. Empowerment starts with a safe space where women build strength, gain confidence, and are ready to conquer the world,” she asserts. This ethos of embracing vulnerability while nurturing strength resonates deeply with the Tiggo 8 Pro, where safety is not just a feature but a philosophy, empowering women to embrace challenges head-on.
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Above The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro features contemporary and horizontal dash design that is sleek and modern as well as a sunroof
Above The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro features a generous boot space of 193 litres which can be expanded to 2,101 litres when all rear seats folded down
The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro features contemporary and horizontal dash design that is sleek and modern as well as a sunroof
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Central to G4G’s ethos is the creation of a support system akin to family—a sanctuary where women can thrive and grow. “A support system functions like a family does... we share encouragement,” Izzana affirms. This sense of community mirrors the Tiggo 8 Pro’s commitment to safeguarding its occupants, fostering an environment where women can flourish without fear or judgment.
Above For Izzana, empowerment starts with a safe space where women build strength and gain confidence
For Izzana, empowerment starts with a safe space where women build strength and gain confidence
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The Tiggo 8 Pro’s emphasis on protection and strength parallels G4G’s mission of enabling women to navigate the complexities of the world with confidence and resilience. Just as a family offers sanctuary, the Tiggo 8 Pro provides a haven on wheels, empowering women to traverse new horizons with unwavering resolve. “This car is perfect for driven women like me who need reliability for our busy lives,” Izzana comments.
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Above Izzana recognises that every step of her journey is a move towards creating a safe space for women
Izzana recognises that every step of her journey is a move towards creating a safe space for women
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As Izzana sets her sights on impacting a million women and girls by 2030, the role of mobility and reliable transportation emerges as pivotal. “Having mobility and reliable transportation actually plays a really important role,” she emphasises. In the pursuit of empowerment, access to dependable mobility becomes a catalyst for change, enabling women to seize opportunities beyond traditional norms.
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