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Having women in leadership positions can significantly enhance organizational success. 

We're dedicated to supporting women leaders across Nigeria at WILAN Global. Still, we know there's always room to grow. Let us know in the comments. What are your suggestions for how we can support aspiring and existing women leaders in Nigeria? #Whenwomenlead #Investinwomensleadership

Which of the Big Five traits would an African leader need to succeed? This question came to mind during a recent assignment on a leadership module with Unicaf University. The Big Five model – Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Openness to Experience, Agreeableness, and Emotional Stability – all hold value, but which ones stand out for African leaders? Here are some examples of African leaders who have succeeded by harnessing specific traits: Conscientiousness – Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (Liberia): Liberia’s first female president exemplified conscientiousness through her focus on rebuilding the nation after civil war. Her disciplined and goal-oriented leadership helped restore infrastructure, improve governance, and promote gender equality. Extraversion – Nelson Mandela (South Africa): Mandela’s outgoing nature and charisma united a divided nation. His ability to connect with diverse groups made him an inspiring figure during the anti-apartheid movement and his presidency. Openness to Experience – Paul Kagame (Rwanda): Kagame's embrace of innovation and technology transformed Rwanda. His openness to new ideas has played a key role in the country’s economic success and technological advancement post-genocide. Agreeableness – Kofi Annan (Ghana): As UN Secretary-General, Annan's diplomatic approach and collaborative spirit fostered global cooperation. His agreeableness helped him mediate during crises, promoting peace and unity. Emotional Stability – Hailemariam Desalegn (Ethiopia): Hailemariam displayed emotional stability during Ethiopia’s political and economic challenges, maintaining calm and composure while guiding the country through significant reforms. These traits reflect diverse paths to leadership success across the African continent. What do you think – which trait do you believe is most important for African leadership? #Leadership #Africa #BigFive #LeadershipTraits #Transformation #Resilience

Last month I had the honor of moderating a powerful session with women leaders from Tanzania, Senegal, and Uganda for the Vote Women program by Pollicy 🙌💪 We explored how women can boost their leadership effectiveness and campaign strategies as Africa heads into a crucial election season. 💬 Highlights: 1️⃣ Building confidence to take up leadership roles. 2️⃣ Breaking cultural norms holding women back in politics. 3️⃣ Using social media to connect with voters and lead impactful campaigns. 4️⃣ Securing financial resources for campaigning. 5️⃣ Women supporting women through mentorship and solidarity. These women are unstoppable! Together, we are breaking barriers and paving the way for more women in leadership. #WomenLead #VoteWomen #AfricaElections2024 #WomenInPolitics #EmpowerHer #WomenSupportingWomen #Pollicy #Leadership #digitalcampaigns

"Wisdom is like a baobab tree, you cannot embrace it alone”, African Proverb. In addressing the critical issues surrounding widowhood in Africa, women that passed the journey and walked path of widowhood and leadership are voices we must include. Amb. Dr. Mary M. Khimulu, MBS, a senior citizen of influence who passed through the street of pain and assault of widowhood is one of our panel speakers. From her days to this day what has changed? What should be changed in comparison to the developed world she has worked and walked through. Women in widowhood: reforming the African space, a continued dialogue for widows' rights to protection and provision. #widowsinclusion

Finally Somalia joined African Women Leadership Network

For the next phase of the ToGETHER project, an Expression of Interest to find a 5th partner organization in Bangladesh was published. Details are available: https://lnkd.in/gVpMDkPQ Interested local humanitarian organizations are requested to submit their applications not later than 30th June 2024, 5:00 pm. One of the criteria is that the organization has a presence and is active in Barisal or Sylhet divisions of Bangladesh and its origin should be within the mentioned two divisions, and their Head office/principal office must be in those areas. Women led organizations are especially encouraged to apply and women leadership is an asset and priority.

We Did It! Kyrgyz Female Diaspora Leaders Unite in Europe. Nearly two years ago, in a small restaurant in Warsaw, our Public Representative, Aitolgon, and I envisioned the establishment of the first-ever female diaspora of Kyrgyzstani leaders in the EU. When Aitolgon Boronbaeva asked what the next step should be, I confidently said it would be the creation of a Strong United Kyrgyz Diaspora Platform—one that would not only promote female leadership within diaspora organizations but also unite our female leaders under one cohesive umbrella. Today, I am proud to announce that we have realized both of these ambitious goals. We have successfully established Danaker diaspora of women from Kyrgyzstan in Poland, the first-ever Female Diaspora in Europe. I am incredibly proud of this team of accomplished female leaders. On August 31st, 2024, through the joint efforts of the Migration Council and Danaker, the “Milan Declaration” was signed by over 20 diaspora leaders from 10 European countries. And this is just the beginning. We anticipate even more diasporas joining us in the near future. I would like to extend special thanks to the Milan Diaspora, “ANKI”, for organizing the event and providing a dialogue platform that made the signing of this declaration possible. This achievement would not have been possible without the initiative and generous support of our Italian partners. This marks the beginning of many exciting projects driven by the united strength of Kyrgyz female leaders across Europe. Stay connected and follow us online—many more initiatives are on the horizon, led by these strong, dedicated women! #FemaleLeadership, #DiasporaLeaders, #EU, #ICMPD. #OSCE, #UnitedFemaleDiaspora, #MigrationCouncil, #MilanDeclaration, #UnitedKyrgyzDiasporaPlatform

𝐒𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭. A powerful gathering of Saudi women shared their experiences as leaders at an empowering event held at the Saudi Embassy in London on Thursday. Hosted by Johara Global, a female advocacy group, the event showcased the changing narrative of Saudi women in leadership across the Kingdom and the Middle East. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dkDvX8ZE #SaudiWomenLeaders #JoharaGlobal #ChangingNarrative #MiddleEast #ArabNews #ArabTimes #ArabTimesNews

Celebrating Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang: Ghana’s First Female Vice President-Elect The election of Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang as Ghana's first female Vice President-Elect is a defining moment in the country’s political history. A renowned academic and former Minister of Education, her achievement shatters long-standing barriers and inspires women to envision themselves in positions of power and influence. As someone who has had the privilege of serving and working alongside women leaders both in Ghana and abroad, I deeply appreciate the transformative impact of inclusive leadership. Women leaders bring diverse perspectives, empathy, and resilience to governance, qualities essential for driving progress. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s election reaffirms the vital role women play in shaping future and stands as a powerful reminder of the need to foster gender equity in all spheres of leadership. #WomenInLeadership #BreakingBarriers #DiversityAndInclusion #GhanaLeadership #ProgressiveLeadership #WomenInAcademia