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 safety, social justice and opportunity, Blessing is committed to promoting digital literacy and combating public gender-based violence. Blessing holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics with experience in management and implementation of projects related to women and girls’ safety and rights.

Rise Up Cohort: Nigeria, 2024