Doreen crowned Queen of the Airwaves
Posted on: Tue 09 Mar, 2010.
Members of the group posed for a photo with Doreen
(holding a certificate)
Ace radio presenter and host of JOY FM’s Cosmopolitan Mix and Lunch Time
Rhythms, Doreen Andoh, has been honoured.
A female capacity
building organisation, Leading Ladies Network, conferred the title of
Queen of the Airwaves on Doreen for inspiring many to great heights and
being one of the most prominent females in the radio industry.
The
award was significant especially coming on International Women’s Day, a
day to celebrate female achievements and drum home the contributions of
women to development around the world.
Amid sobs of joy, Doreen
received a citation and a pleasantly-adorned cake from Novotel as well
as a hand-woven rafia bag, from three members of the Leading Ladies'
Network.
“For 15 years, you have soothed us with your unique
voice – showing your passion and dedication by playing the tunes that
make the drudgery of our days a little easier. As one of the first
female voices on the airwaves, your success has served as an inspiration
to others. And on your shoulders, others today stand. Today, the world
celebrates International Women’s Day, and we choose to honour you Doreen
Andoh – Queen of the Airwaves. May you keep rising and shining,” the
citation read.
The excitement of the first rate radio broadcaster
peaked after the reading of the citation, prompting a music break.
Expressing
appreciation, Doreen said she does what she does just for the love of
it.
“I do this because I love it and I am touched by the fact
that you appreciate it. I’m truly grateful, I didn’t know how else to
express myself but I haven’t come to a situation where I can’t find
words but today I still can’t find the words…I’m just totally
overwhelmed,” she said with rivulets of tears running down her cheaks.
President
of the Leading Ladies Network, Yawa Hansen-Quao, said the organisation
decided on choosing Doreen for the award because her work has inspired
millions in Ghana.
The organisation, which provides mentoring and
support for professional women and women at the tertiary level,
regularly holds roundtable meetings to share ideas for growth, Mrs
Hansen-Quao said.
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