Banking on Women’s Health set for confab

Banking on Women’s Health set for confab

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By Racheal Olatayo

Banking on Women’s Health (BWHC) is set to revolutionise women’s health in Africa through solution-driven conversations as a movement driving investment, innovation, and policy changes that prioritise women’s health.

An initiative of Healthtracka, the conference will also witness the launch on “State of Women’s Health in Nigeria Report” and the Banking on Women’s Health Innovation Award, both dedicated to transforming the landscape of women’s healthcare in Nigeria.

Scheduled for May 4th, 2025, at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria, the conference will and address critical women’s health issues with a keynote from the Special Advisor to the President on Women’s Health, Dr. Adanna Steinacker; reproductive health expert/researcher, Dr. Abosede Afolabi, and renowned gynecologist, Dr. Abayomi Ajayi, offering invaluable insights.

BWHC’s mission is to drive meaningful change in women’s health by bringing together leaders, healthcare professionals, and advocates to spark data-driven conversations, influence policies, and create actionable solutions that improve health outcomes for women.

It will delve into a wide range of pressing women’s health concerns, including reproductive health issues like PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, contraceptives, and family planning; the often-overlooked challenges of menopause; the impact of obesity on women’s health; the psychological well-being of women through focused mental health discussions; and raising awareness and promoting early detection and treatment of cancers.

The launch of the “State of Women’s Health in Nigeria Report” will provide critical insights into the current landscape of women’s health in Nigeria, highlighting key challenges and opportunities for improvement. The report will serve as a vital tool for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and advocates in driving meaningful change.

The BWHC aims to engage a diverse range of stakeholders, including women across all age groups and socioeconomic classes, empowering them through community engagement, influencer outreach, and extensive media coverage; government and policy makers, advocating for improved women’s health policies; investors and health entrepreneurs, fostering innovation and investment in women’s health solutions; and healthcare professionals and researchers, facilitating knowledge sharing and collaboration to advance women’s health.