Empowering the Future: Beneficiaries proudly display their certificates alongside the Founder of the Idoko Foundation, His Royal Highness Onuche Zico Isaac, at the conclusion of the three-day International Women’s Day 2026 skill acquisition and empowerment programme
In commemoration of the International Women’s Day 2026, the Idoko Foundation launched a three-day skill acquisition and empowerment programme aimed at equipping women and girls with practical tools for economic independence and personal development.
The programme, which commenced on Saturday, March 7, brought together women from various communities to participate in hands-on training sessions designed to promote self-reliance, entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods. The initiative forms part of the foundation’s continued commitment to promoting gender equality and expanding opportunities for women to thrive.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Founder and Executive Director of the foundation, Onuche Zico Isaac, emphasized the importance of the global theme for the 2026 celebration “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls.”
According to him, the theme calls for more than discussions about equality, urging governments, institutions, and communities to take concrete steps toward dismantling discriminatory laws, strengthening legal protections, and addressing harmful practices that hinder the advancement of women and girls.
He noted that the theme also highlights the value of reciprocity, mentorship, and strategic investment in women as key drivers for collaboration, empowerment, and shared societal progress.
“The focus of International Women’s Day 2026 is to move beyond advocacy to tangible and structural change,” he said. “It is about ensuring that empowerment initiatives reach every woman and girl, including those in marginalized or displaced communities.”
Throughout the three-day programme, participants engaged in various skill-building workshops, mentorship sessions, and empowerment talks aimed at boosting confidence, nurturing leadership abilities, and promoting financial independence.
At the end of the programme, the Idoko Foundation presented certificates to the beneficiaries in recognition of their successful participation. The certificates were formally presented by the foundation’s founder, Onuche Zico Isaac, who encouraged the women to apply the knowledge and skills acquired to improve their lives and create opportunities within their communities.
Participants expressed deep appreciation to the foundation for providing a platform that not only celebrates women but also equips them with practical skills and knowledge to become economically productive and socially impactful.
The initiative stands as a powerful reminder that empowering women is not only a moral and social responsibility but also a critical pathway toward sustainable development and inclusive progress in society.
