The Women in Tech Summit 3.0, held on November 16, 2024, in Asaba, Delta State, served as a vibrant platform for promoting the inclusion of women in Africa’s growing tech ecosystem. This year’s theme, Empowering Women in Africa: Leveraging Technology for Inclusive Growth, set the stage for impactful discussions, collaborations, and opportunities.
At the forefront of these efforts, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) showcased its commitment to fostering inclusive digital transformation. By equipping women and youth in the Niger Delta with essential digital skills and tools, PIND underscored its dedication to creating pathways for sustainable growth in the digital economy.
(Nchegem Gahia, PIND’s Youth Employment Pathways (YEP) Coordinator, delivering a keynote address.)
(Participants at the summit)
Driving Employability Through Digital Literacy
Representing Tunji Idowu, PIND’s Executive Director, at the summit, Nchegem Gahia, PIND’s Youth Employment Pathways (YEP) Coordinator, delivered a powerful keynote address. She highlighted PIND’s approach to empowering women and youth through digital literacy, stating, “Digital literacy is not just a tool—it’s a transformative power. By fostering an inclusive tech environment, we enable young women to lead in their communities, innovate solutions, and drive sustainable development across the Niger Delta.”
The summit featured a series of panel discussions, keynote speeches, and testimonials from beneficiaries of tech-based initiatives, showcasing the strides women are making in the technology sector.
Showcasing the YEP Program’s Impact
PIND also participated in a panel session titled “YEP: Building Africa’s Digital Workforce – From Training to Digital Transformation.” This discussion highlighted the success of PIND’s YEP program in equipping participants with tailored digital skills. From mentorship to technical training, the program ensures that beneficiaries not only become employable but also emerge as innovators and change agents in their communities.
Spotlight on Collaboration and Beneficiary Stories
The event spotlighted the role of partnerships in driving impactful change. Coriftech, PIND’s implementing partner and the summit organizer, shared insights into their collaboration under the YEP program to train youth in ICT. Inspiring testimonials from beneficiaries—women who have successfully leveraged their digital skills to build businesses and careers—underscored the program’s life-changing impact.
(Nchegem Gahia, PIND’s Youth Employment Pathways (YEP) Coordinator, speaking during a panel session)
(Panelists at the summit.)
Advancing Gender Equality Through Technology
The Women in Tech Summit aligns seamlessly with PIND’s broader mission to address youth unemployment and advance gender equality through its Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) strategy. PIND’s initiatives, like YEP, ensure equitable access to opportunities in high-impact sectors such as technology, particularly for women and marginalized groups.
Bridging the Digital Divide
As a key sponsor of the summit, PIND reaffirmed its commitment to bridging the digital divide in the Niger Delta. By integrating technology into its programs and forging partnerships with organizations like Coriftech, PIND continues to champion inclusive growth across the region.
Through events like the Women in Tech Summit, PIND is empowering women and youth to embrace technology as a tool for economic and social transformation. Together with its partners, PIND is building a future where everyone in the Niger Delta can thrive in the digital age.
(Nchegem Gahia, PIND’s Youth Employment Pathways (YEP) Coordinator, speaking during a panel session.)
(Participants at the summit)
(A photo of PIND’S YEP Coordinator, Ndifreke Patrick sitting at the YEP booth.)
(PIND Foundation’s YEP Reports on display)
