Women For Liberty Conference 2025 Advances Human Dignity, Freedom, and Women’s Leadership in Ibadan

The Women for Liberty Conference 2025 (WFLC25), held on December 11–12, 2025, in Ibadan, Nigeria, convened over 200 women leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and social innovators for a transformative dialogue on liberty, inclusion, and human dignity. Organised by Women for Liberty Africa (WFLA), with strategic partnership from Atlas Network, United States, the conference reaffirmed the principle that societies flourish when women are free, respected, and empowered to lead.

Opening with cultural performances that reflected shared identity and resilience, the conference set a tone that honoured the dignity of women’s voices and lived experiences. In her welcome address, Lilian David C., Founder and CEO of Women for Liberty Africa, emphasized that freedom is inseparable from dignity, urging participants to see women not merely as beneficiaries of development, but as capable architects of sustainable social and economic progress. Discussions throughout the conference centered on restoring agency to women across governance, enterprise, and community life. A major panel on “Policy by Women, For Women” underscored the moral and practical necessity of women’s participation in policymaking, highlighting how inclusive policies affirm dignity by recognizing women as decision-makers rather than passive recipients. The panel on Digital Tools for Change expanded this conversation by examining how technology can democratize access to information and amplify women’s voices. During this session, Oluwatobi Shitta emphasized that digital tools are not merely instruments of convenience but enablers of dignity and participation. She highlighted how strategic use of social media, digital storytelling, and data-driven advocacy empowers women to control their narratives, challenge stereotypes, mobilize communities, and engage policymakers—ensuring women are visible and influential in public discourse. A central practical highlight of WFLC25 was the Community Project Design session led by Lilian David C., where participants were guided through the fundamentals of transforming ideas into impactful initiatives. Emphasizing the business plan as a tool of dignity and independence, she stressed the importance of clarity of purpose, sustainability, budgeting, and execution in building women-led projects that attract funding and endure over time. Keynote sessions further deepened the conference’s human-centered message. Oluwakemi Irinoye spoke on profit with purpose, reframing entrepreneurship as a pathway to self-reliance and community upliftment. Ronke Giwa challenged women to embrace innovation as an act of freedom, while Chioma Fakorede’s keynote on women’s mental health positioned emotional wellbeing as a fundamental human right and a foundation for effective leadership. A defining highlight of the conference was The Innovation Hub Pitch Session, where women presented liberty-driven projects and businesses before donors, mentors, and collaborators. Several participants emerged as grant and support winners, receiving funding opportunities, mentorship, and strategic partnerships—demonstrating the conference’s commitment to dignity through action. The conference concluded with an exclusive Dinner and Awards Night held at the Golden Tulip Hotel, Ibadan, chaired by Mr. Akeem Agbaje, a respected civic leader. The evening celebrated excellence, courage, and service, while also recognising the vital role of partners and supporters. CraigXplore was honoured as the Star Sponsor of the Dinner & Awards Night, underscoring private-sector commitment to advancing women’s liberty, leadership, and human dignity. The event featured Women For Liberty Africa’s impact highlights and awards recognising individuals and organisations contributing meaningfully to freedom-centred development. Overall, WFLC25 stood as a powerful declaration that dignity thrives where freedom is protected and women are equipped with voice, skills, and resources. By combining policy dialogue, digital empowerment, structured business planning, and direct investment in women’s ideas, the conference advanced a compelling vision of an Africa where women are free to lead, create, and live with dignity.

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Source: Legit.ng