New Partnership with UNICEF Aims to Tackle Child and Women’s Issues
On April 21, 2024, the Special Assistant to the President on Women's Affairs, Engr. Fatima Faruk, and her technical team had a brief meeting with Mr. Ibrahim Sesay, Chief Child Protection, UNICEF. The meeting was a familiarity engagement that marks the beginning of a fruitful collaboration between the Office of the Special Assistant and UNICEF. Both parties look forward to working together to provide long-lasting solutions to issues faced by children and mothers, including but not limited to child abuse, SGBV (sexual and gender-based violence), FGM (female genital mutilation), and more. The Special Assistant also plans to collaborate on [...]
A Special Remark – WEE Policy
On April 16, 2024, Engr. Fatima Faruk, the Special Assistant to the President on Women's Affairs, delivered a powerful address at the 2-Day Forum on Women Economic Empowerment Programme for State Ministries of Women Affairs. Her words resonated with the esteemed guests and participants, setting the tone for a significant event aimed at advancing women's economic empowerment across Nigeria.Engr. Fatima Faruk (SAPWA) began her speech by expressing her sincere gratitude to the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) and the dRPC for their dedicated efforts in organizing the forum. She acknowledged the distinguished guests in attendance, including Her [...]
International Women’s Day Event Recap
In commemoration of International Women's Day, a significant event was hosted under the auspices of the Special Assistant to the President on Women Affairs. This event brought together influential figures, experts, and advocates to delve into crucial discussions surrounding women's empowerment, gender equality, and avenues for progress in Nigeria. The event opened with a powerful quote from Brigham Young, setting the tone for the day's discourse: "When you educate a man, you educate an individual, but when you educate a woman, you educate a generation." This sentiment underscored the vital role of education in empowering women and transforming communities. [...]
Elevate Your Business at the IWD Trade Fair
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming International Women’s Day Trade Fair, a prime opportunity for businesses to showcase their offerings and connect with industry peers. Hosted by the Special Assistant to the President on Women Affairs (SAPWA), this distinguished event invites businesses from diverse sectors to participate and elevate their brand presence. Key Highlights 1. Prime Opportunity for Business Display: 2024 The International Women’s Day Trade Fair offers a platform for businesses to exhibit their products and services to a diverse audience. 2. Exclusive Invitation to Businesses: SAPWA extends an [...]
The OrangeHope Outreach was a Success
The Orangehope Outreach was pioneered by the newly appointed Special Assistant to the President (SAP) on Women Affairs, Engr. Fatima Abubakar-Faruk. In commitment to her appointment as SAP on Women Affairs, the outreach was orchestrated to target the most common and pressing issues faced in the lifetime of womanhood; Violence against women and the girl- child. It is important that we stand united against any form of violence that seeks to diminish the potential and dignity of young women in Nigeria. For this reason, the primary focus of the outreach was to empower thousands of Secondary School girls, from [...]