The Eastern Zone of Ijaw Women Connect (IWC) has organized a women empowerment programme themed “Empowerment, Economic Growth and Community Development” in Bille Kingdom, Rivers State.
The event, which took place at the Bille Town Hall, attracted women from across the community who gathered to receive support and gain knowledge on how to effectively utilize and multiply resources provided to them for sustainable economic growth.
As part of the programme, members of IWC first paid a courtesy visit to the palace of the Amayanabo of Bille Kingdom to inform him of their presence and the purpose of their visit. The women were warmly received by the monarch and the Bille Council of Chiefs.
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Speaking at the palace, the President of IWC worldwide, Dr. Vivian Elenwo, explained why the organization selected the Bille Kingdom for the empowerment programme and reiterated its commitment to improving the economic well-being of women in riverine communities.
At the town hall, Dame. Likeness Diri the chairman IWC, Eastern zone welcomed participants and encouraged them to make judicious use of whatever support they received. She noted that the funds distributed were raised internally by members of IWC as part of the organization’s commitment to uplifting women and strengthening local businesses.
Delivering her address, Dr. Vivian Elenwo spoke extensively on the vital role women play in business, family development, and nation-building. She emphasized that women are home builders and a strong support system for their families, urging beneficiaries to invest the funds wisely and expand their businesses.
In a major highlight of the event, the Ijaw Women Connect Eastern Zone empowered 50 women entrepreneurs with the sum of ₦50,000 each to support and boost their various businesses.
The programme demonstrates IWC Eastern zone organization’s dedication to promoting economic empowerment, fostering entrepreneurship, and enhancing community development among women in the Niger Delta region.
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