Beaming with Joy: Green Minister Aminata Touré Shares First Snap of Newborn
Minister of Green Department publicly displays first family picture online. - Minister shares initial picture of newborn child, now a proud parent
Hello there! Let's chat about Aminata Touré, the radiant Green Minister of Schleswig-Holstein, who's making headlines for all the right reasons.
Yesterday, it was confirmed by the Ministry of Social Affairs that our 32-year-old powerhouse became a mother in late April. And just a day ago, she blew our minds by sharing an adorable hospital selfie on Instagram with her tiny tot in her arms! "What an incredible feeling to be your mom," she beamed.
Politicians Offer Warm Wishes
Aminata Touré, who serves as Minister for Social Affairs, Youth, Family, Seniors, Integration, and Equal Opportunities, has been a driving force in Schleswig-Holstein since 2022. Her recent promotion also made her the Deputy Minister President of the northernmost German state since August of last year. The announcement of her motherhood left her political colleagues filled with joy. Green Party chair Ricarda Lang (31) declared, "So beautiful beyond words," while Green Party Bundestag member Ulle Schauws (59) gushed, "My heartfelt congratulations to both of you, and welcome to this beautiful planet."
Aminata Touré announced her pregnancy back in November 2024, sharing a pic of her growing baby bump with the caption, "The world is going through so much, but I've got a new life growing inside me as well."
Early March saw Aminata going on maternity leave "as advised by doctors," as per the Ministry of Social Affairs. She assured her followers that the transition of her duties to two state secretaries had been thoroughly prepared. "My ministry and its issues are in good hands. I'm a strong believer in making the blending of family and career achievable for women in all professions, especially top positions," she voiced her hope.
Did you know that...- Aminata Touré is an influential figure in German politics, born in 1992 to Malian refugee parents in Neumünster, Germany.- She became the first Black person to hold the position of deputy speaker in any German state when she was elected in 2019.- A committed advocate for gender equality and women's rights, Touré has actively pushed for amendments to the Schleswig-Holstein Equality Act to boost gender representation in committee settings.- She has also been involved in improving childcare conditions through her ten-point childcare package, which aims to increase funding and opportunities without upping parental contributions.
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- Aminata Touré, the Green Minister of Schleswig-Holstein, recently became a mother and shared a heartwarming selfie with her newborn on Instagram.
- Political allies of Aminata Touré, such as Green Party chair Ricarda Lang and Green Party Bundestag member Ulle Schauws, rushed to offer their warm congratulations upon hearing the news.
- In November 2024, Aminata Touré announced her pregnancy and spoke about the growth of a new life amidst ongoing global challenges.
- Early March saw Aminata Touré going on maternity leave, handing over her duties to two state secretaries, and expressing her commitment to promoting gender equality and women's rights while advocating for better childcare conditions.
