Girl Up Africa is set to hold its the maiden Regional Leadership Summit in Lagos, Nigeria, on November 18, 2023.

The summit provides a platform for young leaders and advocates from across Africa to come together and discuss the most pressing issues affecting girls in their communities.

The Girl Up Africa maiden Regional Leadership Summit is a landmark event that underscores commitment to empowering and inspiring the next generation of leaders in Africa. This summit will bring together a diverse group of young leaders, advocates, and change-makers who are dedicated to championing the rights and well-being of girls.

Favour Anyanwu, Regional Leader of Girl Up Nigeria, expressed her excitement about the summit. She said, “The Girl Up Africa Regional Leadership Summit is an incredible opportunity for young leaders to connect, learn, and create a better future for girls in Africa. We are thrilled to host this event in Lagos, Nigeria, and we believe that it will ignite a wave of positive change across the continent.”

The summit will feature inspiring speakers, engaging workshops, and collaborative discussions on critical issues such as girls’ education, health, leadership, and empowerment. Participants will gain valuable insights, acquire essential skills, and form connections that will enable them to drive change in their communities.

Prominent speakers at the summit include Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, Honorable Minister of Women Affairs, Margaret Bolaji-Adegbola, Founder of SWAG Initiative, Oluwakemi Gbadamosi and Director of Advocacy, Policy, Marketing at AHF, Ayeni Oluwatobi Dorcas, Tech Creator.

As part of the event, the summit will explore the theme, “Girl Power, Girl Spaces,” focusing on empowering girls to take up spaces in various fields, including STEM, healthcare, sports, and leadership. The aim is to create a supportive environment where girls can thrive and have their voices heard.

The Girl Up Africa Regional Leadership Summit is a testament to the power of youth-led movements and the potential to drive lasting change.

This event is not just a summit; it’s a celebration of young leaders, change-makers, and advocates who are dedicated to creating a brighter future for girls in Africa.