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'Closing Gender gaps could unlock between 2-3% of Nigeria's GDP annually'. Dr. Abdul B. Kamara is the Director General/Country Director for the African Development Bank (AfDB) in the Nigeria Country…
Sheroes Rising Webinar Series III on Climate Action
As in every other space, women's voices, opinions and impacts are missing in climate action conversations. The inclusion of women in climate action is necessary because the climate crisis is…
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Food systems should prioritize people and the planet over profit. For humanity's benefit, food systems should be controlled by only those who prioritize people and sustainability—often women, small farmers, and…
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Society often depicts women as powerless, but they're powerful in many ways: - Resilience and adaptability: Women often lead households, communities, and movements. - Economic contributions: Unpaid and paid work…
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Global climate change conversations continue to exclude women, whereas women are the real experts in climate change, especially in rural and indigenous communities. Women often remain on the frontlines of…
International Day of Women and Girls in Science & Why It Matters
Despite centuries of brilliant women shaping science, from Ada Lovelace designing the first computer algorithm to Marie Curie winning two Nobel Prizes, girls and women have historically faced barriers in…
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Women must save farm seeds, which is crucial for several reasons: - Food security: Preserves local crop varieties and ensures access to seeds for future planting. - Independence: Reduces reliance…
Farming & Motherhood: An Ignored Public Health Concern
Before sunrise touches the dry fields of Northern Ghana, Madam Saada Abdul, a farmer from Kpadjai in the Kpandai District, is already awake. Her day begins not with rest, but…
Reflecting on The Role of Women in Clean Energy on International Day of Clean Energy
Clean energy is the technical pollution free solution to accessing energy; Solar panels, wind turbines, electric grids humming quietly in the background. But at its core, clean energy is…
Unpaid Work: Women’s labor: Why It Must Count?
Unpaid work is the work people do without receiving any direct payment or salary. It includes essential activities that keep households, families, and even entire societies running, but are not…
True Security Must Have a Woman’s Face in 2026
Nigeria's current state of insecurity is alarming, with widespread violence, kidnappings, and terrorist attacks. The country is grappling with various security challenges ranging from the Boko Haram insurgency that has…
Body shaming: How deep does it cut?
Body shaming is the act of making a person feel bad about their body, whether it's through words, looks, or actions. It is the deliberate effort to make someone ashamed…
WILAN launches #ItsHerTurn Campaign
Nigeria, the GIANT of Africa is sorely missing in the women's political and leadership inclusion index. For decades, women have powered Nigeria, yet remain missing where decisions are made. The…
Miss Universe 2025: A moment of solidarity and empowerment
A profound and powerful revolution happened in what should have been a celebration of elegance and empowerment. There is no doubt that the Miss Universe 2025 pageant has turned into…
Doha Calls for Nigeria to Rebuild Social Policy Through a Gender Lens
As world leaders and development institutions converge in Doha for the Second World Summit for Social Development (WSSD2), the message from UN Women is unmistakable: genuine social progress cannot occur…
NIGERIA: Two Simple Ways to Protect Women & Girls.
Nigeria's global status on women's safety is deeply concerning. According to the 2023 Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Index report, Nigeria ranks 16th worst country in the world for women,…
Respect and Support for Families is key to Eradicating Poverty
The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is a day set to serve as a global reminder that poverty is not inevitable; it is a product of systems that…
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Ms. Sima Sami Bahous became UN Women’s third Executive Director on 30 September 2021. A champion for women and girls, gender equality, and youth empowerment, as well as a keen…
