Hurray! Our founder @elishaattai is in Charlotte, North Carolina to officially launch AWLO NC Chapter …
Are you in North Carolina? Or you know anyone in this State ? Please be nice by whispering to her that AWLO is finally in the Neighborhood!! join him, and some global impact leaders on Monday , the 29th of July as we unveil AWLO NORTH CAROLINA CHAPTER in style , details on the flyer.
Our goal is to foster meaningful connections, provide resources and support, and create opportunities for women to thrive in leadership roles across various sectors.
AWLO is not just an organization; it is a movementâa movement towards gender equality, empowerment, and inclusive leadership. Through our programs, initiatives, and partnerships, we aim to break barriers, shatter stereotypes, and create a more equitable world for all.
As we celebrate the 15th anniversary of the African Women in Leadership Organization (AWLO), I am filled with immense pride and gratitude. Fifteen years ago, we embarked on a journey to empower women and promote leadership across Africa and its diaspora. Today, we stand tall, having made significant strides in our mission to foster women leadership and achieve gender equality.
AWLO was founded on the belief that women are powerful change-makers. Over the past decade and a half, we have seen this belief come to life in countless ways. From grassroots initiatives to high-level leadership roles, our members have broken barriers and created opportunities for themselves and others. Our impact is visible in the lives weâve touched, the communities weâve transformed, and the policies weâve influenced.
Our commitment to women leadership and gender equality has never wavered. We have organized leadership conferences, mentorship programs, and skill-building workshops that have empowered thousands of women. Our HeForShe champions have stood by us, advocating for gender equality and supporting our initiatives. Together, we have built a network of strong, resilient, and visionary women leaders who are shaping the future of Africa and its diaspora.
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our members, whose dedication and passion have been the driving force behind our success. To our donors and sponsors, thank you for your unwavering support and belief in our mission. Your contributions have enabled us to expand our reach and deepen our impact. To our mentors, your guidance and wisdom have been invaluable in nurturing the next generation of women leaders.
A special thank you goes to our HeForShe champions, who have stood as allies in our quest for gender equality. Your advocacy and support have been instrumental in challenging stereotypes and creating inclusive spaces for women.
I would also like to express my deepest appreciation to the speakers of the just-concluded 15 Days Leadership Hangout. Your insights, experiences, and words of wisdom have inspired us all and will continue to resonate as we move forward.
As we celebrate this milestone, we also look to the future. The next phase of AWLO will focus on deepening our impact and expanding our reach. We will continue to champion womenâs leadership and advocate for gender equality. Our plans include launching new initiatives to support women entrepreneurs, increasing our mentorship programs, and enhancing our advocacy efforts to influence policy changes that benefit women across Africa and the diaspora.
We will also leverage technology to connect and empower more women, ensuring that our programs are accessible to all, regardless of geographical barriers.
In conclusion, the journey of AWLO over the past 15 years has been remarkable, but our work is far from done. Together, we will continue to strive for a world where womenâs leadership is recognized, valued, and supported. Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey. Hereâs to many more years of empowering women and transforming communities.
Thank you.
Amb. Dr. Elisha Attai, DFAI, CMP Founder/Global President of AWLO.
Today is childrens’ day in Nigeria. I do wish every Nigerian child a happy childrens’ day. I am however deeply saddened by the fact that 20 million Nigerian children of school age are out of school.
This painful fact must be addressed by the government and other education stakeholders, while organizations like AWLO will continue to come up with initiatives that will compliment the government’s efforts.
Initiatives like our “One Mother One Child” education project allows each member of AWLO and our development partners to take at least one child from the street to educate to the university level.
We encourage all AWLO chapters around the world to relaunch and activate this project within your regions and country.
Amb. Dr. Elisha Attai, DFAI, CMP Founder/Global President of AWLO.
Did you miss the AWLO ‘Fashion For a Cause’ at the HeForShe Summit ? It was a blend of style with purpose in support of Visible Proof, a phenomenal woman-owned brand.
This session of the event perfectly aligns with AWLO’s mission to uplift and promote women entrepreneurs.
“Women in Governance Boost: A Blueprint to Closing the Representation Gap”
Get ready to embark on a transformative journey of empowerment, leadership, and breaking barriers.
In 2024, AWLO is committed to crafting a blueprint that propels women into positions of influence, further closing the representation gap in governance.
Together, let’s write a narrative of equality, resilience and impactful leadership.
Are you ready to boost the voice of women in governance?
The African Womenâs Role in the emerging Global Digital Workforce Workshop, was held on 2nd September 2020.
The workshop was attended by 70 participants from Nigeria, Cameroon, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Ghana, Saint Kitts, and United States. It was moderated by Selina Bentoom; a Human Capital Development Expert, with Digital Experts; Atai Albert and Richard George from USA, as resource persons.
At the end of the session, some of the adopted solutions were:
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Investment and collaboration.
The African government, private sector, educational sector, and the host of other stakeholders; need to collaborate on investing in infrastructure that is easily available and reliable. This will open up Africa to employment, wealth creation, and growth of the gross domestic product of each African nation.
Work virtualization and remote access
Africa needs adequate, and functional infrastructure to work from home. Policy makers should put in place a flexible system to help women with children undertake learning.
Business Transformation
In order to transform businesses, a basic assessment of business needs must be carried out, to identify the distinctive technological capabilities to be employed to various business units. Africa must run data driven businesses and economy.
Policy-making and Advocacy
There must be aggressive mitigation, advocacy and sensitization to drive technology and digital access. The right policy formulation and environment, and extreme prioritization, will continue to increase access to technology.
This yearâs International Youth Day is peculiar because it is happening at a point in time when the world is recovering itself from the global shock of the coronavirus pandemic. Indeed, the theme âThe Role of Youths in Promoting Peace and Nation-building through Entrepreneurship and Innovative Leadershipâ cannot be more timely and relevant because, without the impact of the youth, this global recovery process cannot be effective. Also, without the impact and contribution of the entrepreneur, the economies of nations cannot regain their momentum and return to their glory days.
