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On 5 September 2026, the Platform for Women in Economics and Development Foundation (PWEDF) carried out a Women's Empowerment Programme in the Kwali area of Abuja, reaching women across three communities — Bubuta, Bako, and Kwali.

The programme was designed to equip women with practical knowledge, skills, and confidence that can contribute to their personal well-being and economic independence.

Throughout the programme, the women participated actively in sessions covering personal hygiene, business development, and practical vocational skills. The hygiene session focused on helping women better understand how to care for themselves and maintain healthy hygiene practices.

The entrepreneurship and business sessions provided practical guidance on how to start a business, manage profits, grow an existing business, and position a small business for future expansion. The goal was not simply to teach the women how to start businesses, but to give them knowledge that can help them make better financial and business decisions.

The programme also included hands-on training in the production of everyday household products, including liquid soap, bar soap, and air freshener. These practical skills were introduced as potential income-generating opportunities, giving participants knowledge they can build upon and potentially turn into sustainable businesses.

The women were highly engaged throughout the programme, actively participating in the sessions, asking questions, and showing genuine enthusiasm to learn. Some participants shared that while other organisations had visited their communities to provide skills training, they felt that PWEDF took the time to go into greater detail and demonstrated a level of commitment and passion that they deeply appreciated.

At the end of the programme, PWEDF made a commitment to return to the communities with materials to help the women take the next step towards starting or developing their businesses. This follow-up support reflects PWEDF's belief that true empowerment goes beyond a single training session — providing knowledge is an important first step, but creating opportunities for women to apply, practise, and build upon that knowledge is what can help turn skills into sustainable livelihoods.

Together, we are creating opportunities for women to learn, grow, and build a more economically empowered future.

During the holy month of Ramadan and the Christian fasting period, the Platform for Women in Economics and Development Foundation (PWEDF) organized a compassionate outreach to a boarding school, bringing nourishment, hope, and solidarity to the children.

The PWEDF team visited the boarding school with freshly prepared meals and food supplies, ensuring that every child had enough to eat during the sacred fasting season. The initiative reflected the Foundation's commitment to compassion across faiths — reaching both Muslim and Christian children during their respective periods of spiritual reflection.

Volunteers distributed meals directly to the children, spending time with them, sharing words of encouragement, and creating a joyful atmosphere amidst the solemnity of the fasting period. The team also engaged with school staff to understand the children's ongoing needs and how PWEDF could continue to support them.

This outreach exemplified PWEDF's core belief that empowerment goes beyond skills and economics — it includes feeding the hungry, caring for the vulnerable, and building bridges of love and solidarity across communities and faiths. The smiles on the children's faces were a powerful reminder of the impact of collective kindness.

The Platform for Women in Economics and Development Foundation (PWEDF) marked a historic milestone with its Official Launch — a landmark event that formally introduced the Foundation to the world and set the stage for its mission of empowering women across Nigeria.

The ceremony brought together women leaders, dignitaries, government representatives, and community advocates united under PWEDF's vision of economic inclusion and women's empowerment. Attendees donned the Foundation's signature green and purple colors, symbolizing growth, dignity, and purpose.

The launch featured inspiring addresses from the Founder and President, Dr. Annette Mubarak, and key leadership, who articulated PWEDF's core programs and strategic goals. The event formally unveiled the Foundation's commitment to skills development, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and advocacy for women and girls.

This momentous occasion marked the beginning of PWEDF's journey to transform lives, strengthen communities, and build a Nigeria where every woman has the tools and opportunity to thrive economically and socially.