Kingsley Samuel Kalu

Advocacy, Policy, and Communication Director, Think Positive Live Positive Support Initiative Kalu Kingsley (Kelsey) is a dedicated media advocate and Advocacy, Policy, and Communication Director for the Think Positive Live Positive Support Initiative (TPLPI). In this capacity, Kingsley spearheads initiatives to amplify the voices and rights of marginalized communities, particularly transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals, through storytelling and advocacy. They passionately … Read More

Abdul Ahmed

Senior Program Manager, Global Peace Foundation Nigeria Abdul Ahmed is a seasoned Senior Program Manager and advocacy subject matter expert, currently leading programs at Global Peace Foundation Nigeria. Advocating for peace and gender justice, Abdul is dedicated to empowering women and fostering peace and socio-economic progress, particularly in marginalized communities. With over 12 years of experience, his career highlights include … Read More

Blessing Chinaza Agu

Program Manager, Speak Out Africa Initiative Blessing C. Agu is a dedicated advocate for women safety and rights within her community. Currently as the Program Manager at Speak Out Africa Initiative, she spearheads the Saving Women On Transit (SWOT) project, addressing the surge of one-chance crimes targeting women and girls in the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria. Passionate about advancing women’s … Read More

Eric John

Program Manager, Youth, Orphans and Widows Empowerment Eric John is a passionate advocate for the rights of marginalized groups. As a Program Manager with Youth, Orphans and Widows Empowerment (YOWE), he ensures programs have access to underserved communities. With a background in peacebuilding and extensive experience in community demand creation, Eric is dedicated to promoting justice, equity and dignity for … Read More

Theresa Ugoyibo Nnalue

State President/Project Coordinator, National Council for Women Societies (NCWS), Anambra State Branch Theresa Ugoyibo Nnalue is the State President/Project Coordinator at the National Council for Women Societies (NCWS). Theresa is working to promote the economic and social welfare of women, girls, and children, with special emphasis on health education skills and vocational education. She sensitizes the people and advocates for … Read More

Oluwatoyin Olabisi Taiwo

Executive Director, Women & Girls Capabilities & Empowerment Organization Oluwatoyin Olabisi a gender and development expert and the Executive Director of Women and Girls Capabilities and Empowerment Organization (WGCEO). In her current role, she is responsible for putting in place the organization’s strategic plans and working with the Board to analyze and assess the impact of program activities. Oluwatoyin is … Read More

Darlington Kenechukwu Ezeagu

Founder/Executive Director, Care For Healthy Life Initiative Darlington Ezeagu is very hardworking and passionate about health, education and economic empowerment, with over eight years of experience working in the nonprofit sector. He’s the Founder/Executive Director of Care For Healthy Life Initiative (CAHLIN), a non-governmental organization that is based in Nnewi-Anambra State, Nigeria, which was established to promote healthy lifestyles. Through … Read More

Rashidat Funmilayo Raimi

Founder/CEO, FunmiJoy Social Development Foundation (FSDF) Rashidat Raimi, an educator and advocate, is a 2020 Women Deliver Young Leader and serves as a Dove Youth Board Member. As the founder of FunmiJoy Social Development Foundation (FSDF), she envisions a world where women, children, and young people, particularly adolescent girls in Nigeria, possess the voice, choice, and agency to fulfill their … Read More

Mfon Clement Utin

Dr/Coordinator, Healthy Life Development Initiative (HELDi) Dr. Mfon Clement Utin is a community advocate and the coordinator of the Healthy Life Development Initiative (HELDi). She is an activist and a feminist who is deeply passionate about creating a safe environment, promoting healthy living, and advocating for the rights of women, girls, and persons with disabilities. Through advocacy, awareness creation, education, … Read More

Maxwell Akujobi

Deputy Executive Director, Film For Impact Foundation Maxwell Akujobi is a social development and project management professional, a strong advocate for gender equity, and youth and women participation/inclusion in governance and politics. As the Deputy Executive Director of Film For Impact Foundation, he has led several national and regional youth centric advocacy programs. The latest being the 2023 Film For … Read More