Womenovate ’s Post

Empowering Nigerian Women: Bridging the Economic Divide In Nigeria, gender disparities continue to hinder women’s economic empowerment, even though they make up nearly half of the population. Women’s participation in the labour force remains significantly lower than men’s, due to systemic barriers like limited access to education and job opportunities. Women Impacting Nigeria (WIN) is at the forefront of tackling these challenges. Through comprehensive initiatives, WIN empowers women with essential skills via digital literacy and entrepreneurship training programs. These programs enhance women’s ability to thrive in the modern economy, fostering independence and resilience. Moreover, WIN provides access to microfinance and business development support, which is critical for women entrepreneurs aiming to start or expand their businesses. By advocating for gender equality and economic empowerment policies, WIN helps create an environment where women can succeed and contribute to economic growth. WIN’s efforts are not just about closing economic gaps—they’re about empowering Nigerian women to play active, influential roles in the country’s development. By championing education, entrepreneurship, and advocacy, WIN is creating lasting impacts that uplift communities and drive inclusive prosperity across Nigeria. Join us in supporting WIN and making a tangible difference in the lives of Nigerian women. #WIN #WomenEmpowerment #EconomicGrowth #InclusiveProsperity

Celebrating Africa’s Women’s Day: Empowering Through Education 🌍🎓 Today, TCA joins the continent in celebrating Africa’s Women’s Day, a tribute to the resilient women who have shaped Africa's future. This year's theme, “Invest in Education: Securing the Future of Women and Girls in Africa,” aligns with our mission to catalyse lasting change. Honouring Our Foremothers Established in 1962 by the Pan-African Women’s Organisation, Africa’s Women’s Day honours the pivotal role of women in building a strong Pan-African identity and driving social and economic progress. The Backbone of Our Economies From farmers to scientists, African women are the backbone of our economies. Their contributions are crucial for inclusive growth and sustainable development. As the AU Commission Chairperson, Moussa Faki emphasises, it's our duty to protect and uplift all women and girls, especially those displaced. A Call to Action Let’s commit to achieving gender parity by 2025. Investing in the education and skills of women and girls is essential for a brighter, more equitable Africa. At TCA, we believe in partnerships that drive these goals, ensuring every girl and woman can reach her full potential. Read the Full statement AUC Chairperson Statement Pan African Women's Day 2019: https://lnkd.in/dngNsGcr #AfricasWomensDay #InvestInEducation #GenderEquality #EmpowerWomen #PAWO #TCAImpact #PanAfricanPride #SustainableDevelopment #Women #Girls #GenderParity Dr Khetsiwe Dlamini

Over the past few months, our team in Pakistan, led by Maria, our Gender Inclusion Specialist, has conducted extensive research on gender inclusion in the market. We were thrilled to collaborate with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation on this important initiative. We've learned so much, and we wanted to share with you five key takeaways: 1️⃣ Inclusive lending with dynamic criteria: By making it easier to qualify for loans, we gave more people, especially women and those in rural areas of Pakistan and Uganda, access to credit products without increasing the number of people who didn’t pay back. 2️⃣ Tailored communication for different groups: Different ways of communicating worked better for different people—call centres were better for men, while women responded more to face-to-face introductions. Using traditional Urdu in Pakistan also got a lot more people engaged than using Roman Urdu. 3️⃣ Empowering female entrepreneurs: Women-owned businesses, particularly in Uganda where only half of the women had bank accounts, benefited greatly from our efforts, helping reduce the gap between men and women in loan amounts. 4️⃣ Ease of use driving usage: Loan activity skyrocketed in places like Uganda, thanks to easier access to the product and better communication. 5️⃣ Financial literacy is key: Many people didn’t understand financial products well at first, but our educational efforts, using familiar channels like Facebook and SMS, helped people learn and increased product usage. We’re excited to continue making strides toward a more gender-inclusive ecosystem in the weeks, months, and years to come at Kuunda. ✨ Feel free to comment below if you have any questions about our process! 👇🏾

On this week’s #SpotlightSeries, be inspired by Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University's mission to achieve gender parity in Nigeria's financial sector! LBS is partnering with Women's World Banking to increase the representation of women in senior leadership and executive positions within the financial services sector in Nigeria. This could potentially improve financial inclusion for women in Nigeria, including enhancing access to savings products for over 7.2 million unbanked and underbanked women. Closing the gender gap in women’s representation in leadership and decision-making positions within critical domains such as the economic and financial services sectors is critical to shifting systems to be more inclusive and work better for everyone. We applaud their vision in making the financial services ecosystem a place for women to work and thrive. LBS’s Olayinka David-West (she/her/hers) says it best in this video. Learn more about LBS here > https://www.lbs.edu.ng/

FAWE Tanzania has launched the Strategic Plan 2024-2028. This plan reflects our vision and commitment to improving education for girls and young women in Tanzania. Together, we aim to empower the next generation through impactful programs and partnerships. #FAWETanzania #StrategicPlan2024_2028 #EducationFirst Mastercard Foundation TENMET wizara_elimutz FAWE RS Fawe RDC FAWE Forum For African Women Educationalists, Nigeria (FAWENg) Chapter Fawe RDC Forum for African Women Educationalists - Zimbabwe (FAWEZI)

Good Opportunity

Today nearly 120 million girls are out of school.   Malala Fund works in regions where most girls miss out on secondary education.   How cool is that!   I recently met with Nabila Aguele in Nigeria.   Nabila is the Chief Executive of Nigeria for the Malala Fund.   Malala and Ziauddin Yousafzai founded the Malala Fund in 2013 to champion every girl’s right to 12 years of free, safe, quality education.   The Malala Fund invests in education advocates and activists challenging the policies and practices that prevent girls from attending school in their communities.   Nabila is now part of that journey!   She is an impressive lawyer, public policy expert, board member, and gender equality advocate.   A global citizen, Nabila grew up in Nigeria, England, Qatar, and Canada.   She holds an MBA from INSEAD - like myself. A business school that keeps making a profound impact on both of us.   Nabila also serves on the board of INSEAD.   We discussed:   The rise of Africa Empowering women Governance & Board work Leadership turnarounds Next generation impact initiatives   It was a truly inspiring and thought-provoking meeting.   I have learned a lot from the regular insightful conversations I have with business leaders, government officials, academics, and students.   It provides:   Fresh insights New dimensions Surprising viewpoints   I am a strong believer in building my global networks through personal meetings.   Do like Nabila!   Imagine what you truly want to become, Pursue it with passion & deliver with impact.   What is your dream?   Be Bold. Be Daring. Be Different!     #education #change #thoughtleadership 

🌺Moving Forward 💯 We are pleased to introduce our new Abuja State Chair Vivian O. Vivian is the current FCT Coordinator for UN SDG Alliance, She has been actively engaged in promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at both local and national levels. In 2023, She graduated from the UN SDSN Youths Nigeria training - Cohort 4 and also earned a certificate from Apolitical (USA) in the course "Using the SDGs for Government Action," which highlights her commitment to national development and my role as a capacity-building professional contributing to economic growth. Vivian also worked closely with various NGOs and international organizations on projects centered on climate action, gender equality, and youth empowerment, underscoring my dedication to advancing the SDGs. A key demonstration of her capabilities was leading the FCT team as the State Coordinator for the UN SDG Alliance, where she empowered members with additional skills and the motivation to become SDG champions in their respective fields, actively contributing to economic development. Another significant demonstration of her capabilities related to the SDGs was leading the Wompreneur Network Initiative Empowerment Summit, where she empowered selected women to pursue their chosen business ventures and actively participate in economic development. Leading the FCT SDG Alliance was particularly impactful, as it empowered countless youths, directly and indirectly, while highlighting the essential role of social development, climate action, gender equality, and economic inclusion in achieving sustainable development. Vivian also spearheaded the Wompreneur Network Initiative, She led the highly successful Empowerment Summit, a groundbreaking event that provided training, mentorship, and access to resources for selected women entrepreneurs. The summit has empowered women with business skills, connected them with mentors, and opened doors to new economic opportunities, contributing directly to SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth). These collaborations have enabled resource mobilization and expanded opportunities for women and youth, aligning with SDGs 1 (No Poverty) and 10 (Reduced Inequality). We look for to more sustainable impacts🔊🔊🔊 #G100 #sdg #sustainability #impacts #community #development #training #empowerment #Abuja #Nigeria

Despite their potential, adolescent girls and young women in Africa face significant obstacles to participating in decision-making processes. This limits their ability to shape their own futures, communities, and societies. Some of the barriers include: - Limited access to education and skills development - Social and cultural norms that perpetuate gender stereotypes - Lack of mentorship and role models - Limited opportunities for public participation and representation - Bias and discrimination AGYW Africa a regional platform and TaLI intitative aims to break down these barriers, creating opportunities for Adolescent Girls and Young Women to Lead. Raising Teenagers Uganda: will be meaningfully participating in this conversation represented by our Young Champion Mbabazi Pillar Tomorrow, join an #AGYW Africa meeting to support the voices of young women leaders in shaping a future which overcomes barriers for a more equitable future for all! #EmpowerAGYW #Leadership #AGYWAfrica #SummitoftheFuture Girls Not Brides: The Global Partnership to End Child Marriage VOW for Girls T4 Education Echidna Giving AmplifyChange FEMNET - African Women's Development and Communication Network GIRLCHAMPION AWARDS

This Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024, we are excited to spotlight the incredible programs CIPE Africa has implemented to drive entrepreneurship and inclusion. 🌍✨ The Association of Nigeria Women in Business Network, along with the Women Business Agenda, is just one among many impactful initiatives we’ll be showcasing. These programs empower women to attract investment, stimulate economic activity, and foster growth, aligning perfectly with this year’s GEW theme of promoting entrepreneurship and inclusion for marginalized groups. Stay tuned as we highlight more programs making a difference across the continent! 💼💪 #GEW2024 #WomenEntrepreneurs #InclusionMatters #CIPEAfrica