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"GIZ, SEDIN Collaborate with AWMII to Boost Women-Owned MSMEs"

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Published by Christy David | ICC Reporting | 18th November 2024 | Metro Plus | Leadership | SMEs | Youth | Climate Change  | Mentorship 

The Founding Executive Director of African Women Mentoring and Inspiring Initiative (AWMII) considers the call to mentor female entrepreneurs in Nigeria by GIZ an amazing service to humanity

Amb. Dr. Nissi Ikenna-Amadi was excited over the milestone African Women Mentoring and Inspiring Initiative (AWMII) has attained. she further expatiated on the invitation of AWMII and some other organisations to partner with GIZ and SEDIN in  mentoring Nigerian women in Business at a mentorship workshop which was held in Lagos 

The Women's Mentorship Network Workshop with the aim of strengthening and  supporting women owned MSMEs hosted by GIZ in collaboration with SEDIN at the Lagos Continental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.

This event by GIZ and SEDIN is in line with the vision of AWMII in creating a pathway to self-discovery for African Women through building their capacity in Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Career, Negotiation and Diplomacy.

AWMII was given a slot alongside other stakeholders to introduce and discuss their achievements over the years. AWMII as an  NGO desires the financial emancipation of female Business owners in Nigeria and the rest of African. This session which was handled by the AWMII Lagos State Chapter Coordinator in the person of Mrs Ruth Kakulu attracted many likes, contributions and interest for collaborations from other stakeholders.

Majority of which are very passionate about the women and girl child education and support system. AWMII Contact information was shared to allow access creative and impactful networks

A representative of Sustainable economic development for decent employment in the Nigeria program gave an in-depth talk on the need for women to be mentored in Business and empowered with various tools to do their business flawlessly, ensuring that the society becomes a better place.

The goal is to eradicate poverty and to have a pure level of gender equality amongst business owners and for women in MSMEs to develop decent work and economic growth.

A break out session was held after the 1st part of the program and AWMII was in group 2 with the topic of; 1)  Building a sustainable network and community of practice for MSMEs in our society. 2) What are the challenges women in msmes face in these areas ? 3) In the short term, what are some specific goals that can be pursued to drive improvement. ? 4) In the long term, what are the specific goals that can be pursued to drive improvement?

Contributions were made, answers recorded and a representative from each group did a presentation on their discussions and deliberations.

In closing, Sina Uti-Waziri, Head of Access to market and innovation, mentioned that every stakeholder and mentor present will be reached via e-mail on how to drive Mentoring forward in Nigeria. 

Amb. Dr. Nissi Ikenna-Amadi says that this is a huge opportunity for African Women Mentoring and Inspiring Initiative (AWMII) and they look forward to building the capacity of female entrepreneurs through mentoring in Nigeria. 

We appreciate GIZ for this opportunity to be an instrument of positive change drivers.