Inclusion refers to the practice of providing equal access to opportunities and resources for people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized based on their race, gender, or ability.
In a recent article published in a popular online newspaper, the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Samuela Isopi during a two-day roundtable on women’s inclusion in politics, in commemoration of International Women’s Week highlighted the need to continue the fight for women inclusion on in all aspects of society especially in male-dominated areas such as politics.
The call for an inclusive society is not just a modern-day struggle and can be seen in some of the inclusion milestones achieved by women as far back as the 1910s.
In 1919, the Sex Disqualification Removal Act was passed, ensuring women’s entry into professions such as lawyers, vets, and civil servants.
In 1920, Oxford University allowed the admission of women, and Learie Constantine became the first black person to gain a Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE). The 19th and 20th centuries saw women take a more active role in politics, sports, education, finance, and industry, and women’s involvement continues to grow across the world, including Africa, where countries like Gabon, Côte d’Ivoire, Rwanda, Namibia, South Africa, and Senegal have achieved equal representation of women across the board, especially in leadership positions.
In today’s rapidly evolving society, diversity and inclusion continue to become paramount values, driving positive change across all sectors.
As industries strive to break down barriers and foster environments of equality, one company stands out as a frontline driver of inclusion: MultiChoice Nigeria, with its drive to continuously promote the four most important areas of inclusion – present, participating, achieving, and supporting.
