WEPBI today, March 21, 2025, carried out a follow-up outreach in Ugba-Edogiri community, Enugu East Local Government Area, under its One Girl One Pad Initiative. Recognizing the urgent need to support young women and girls with menstrual hygiene education and essential sanitary products, WEPBI returned to the community to reinforce…
NAOWA 82 Division Chapter Partners with WEPBI to Commemorate International Women’s Day
The Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA) 82 Division Chapter, in partnership with the Women Empowerment Education and Peace Building Initiative (WEPBI), commemorated International Women’s Day 2024 with an impactful event held at the 82 Division Headquarters, Enugu, on March 14, 2024. The event was graced by the General Officer…
WEPBI Joins Amnesty International in Walk to Accelerate Action Against Femicide
In commemoration of International Women’s Day on March 8, 2025, the Women Empowerment Education and Peace Building Initiative (WEPBI) actively participated in the Walk to Accelerate Action Against Femicide. The event, organized by Amnesty International Nigeria, took place at Okpara Square, Enugu, serving as the focal point for the South-East…
Step Up the Pace: A Call to End FGM – Oguadimma Ijeoma Joy, Executive Director, WEPBI
Today, February 6th, we join the world to observe the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). This year’s theme, “Step Up the Pace,” is a call to accelerate efforts to end this harmful practice, which has affected over 200 million women and girls globally and continues…
Nigeria’s Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun Appointed as Chief Justice, Marking Historic Moment for Gender Equality
In a historic development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the Chief Justice of Nigeria. Her appointment, following the retirement of Chief Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, marks a significant step forward in Nigeria’s pursuit of gender equality, making Justice Kekere-Ekun the second woman to ever hold this…
WEPBI ACTIVITY HIGHLIGHTS FOR SEPTEMBER 2024
WEPBI NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 2O24 EDITION
Celebrating World Radio Day: Amplifying Women’s Voices for Gender Equality
On World Radio Day, we celebrate the enduring power of radio as a medium that connects people, cultures, and ideas across the globe. Radio has been a steadfast companion, entertaining, informing, and inspiring audiences for generations. But beyond its entertainment value, radio holds the potential to be a powerful tool…
Defying Doubt and Embracing Dreams, Marriage as a Stepping Stone, Not a Stumbling Block
Introducing Precious Chioma Ugwoke, a remarkable woman who embarked on her secondary education journey as an adult, successfully graduating and now pursuing higher education at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Her husband, Ugwoke Oloto Odobo, proudly shared this inspiring milestone on Facebook, announcing her matriculation. In 2018, Precious Chioma Ugwoke,…
“Celebrating the Power of Rural Women: WEPBI’s Commitment to Empower, Educate, and Build Peace”
On the 15th of October every year, the world comes together to commemorate the International Day of Rural Women, a day that serves as a powerful reminder of the remarkable strength, resilience, and contributions of rural women. At WEPBI (Women Empowerment Education and Peace Building Initiative), we join in this…
Celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child: Empowering Futures
At WEPBI, we are thrilled to celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child, an annual event celebrated globally on October 11, the theme for this year’s celebration is INVEST IN GIRLS’ RIGHTS: OUR LEADERSHIP & WELL-BEING. This day is a powerful reminder of the tremendous potential, resilience, and strength…
“Empowering Women: A Successful Meeting with Key Stakeholders in Nigeria’s WVL Project”
The meeting was a resounding success, marking a significant milestone in the remarkable progress achieved through the WVL project. Our heartfelt appreciation goes to Actionaid Nigeria for their unwavering support, and we extend our profound gratitude to Global Affairs Canada for their invaluable contribution to empowering women-led organizations to make a difference.
ONE HOUR-LIVE RADIO PROGRAM ON WOMEN VOICE LEADERSHIP NIGERIAN PROJECT AND IT’S IMPACTS IN ENUGU STATE.
WEPBI organized a one-hour live radio program on the WVL-N project and it’s enormous impacts in the life of women in Enugu State. The project which is aimed at tackling the barriers to gender equality and supporting the economic empowerment of women and girls have over it’s four years of…
A Day Seminar On The Prevention and Dangers of Early Pregnancy
‘A Day Seminar on The Prevention and Dangers of Early Pregnancy for Young Girls in Olocha Community, Awgu L.G.A, Enugu State.