Marking IWD Warri 2024 | Impact the future
The International Women’s Day is a day set aside annually, to celebrate women and inspire women across the world. In line with the Women Techmakers objective of encouraging more women participation in tech, on Saturday 6th April 2024, Women Techmakers Warri brought together women interested in technology in the city of Warri and its environs within Delta State, south of Nigeria for a full day of tech talks, networking, and collaboration.
The theme “Impact the Future” for Women Techmakers International Women’s Day 2024 Campaign is a call to action for women in tech to impact the future of technology and society for the better.
Event Highlights
The Importance of Networking and Mentorship | Oghenekevwe Vaikosen
- Networking and Mentorship position you for opportunities you least expect.
- A mentor will always have your back and they will ensure you as a mentee have enough confidence, they will give you feedback respectfully and ensure you remain resilient
Women Leading the Way in web3 | Progress Ochuko
- By developing the right skills and nurturing a growth mindset, women can excel in the Web3 job market and contribute to a more equitable and innovative future.
- Join a community, use your skills, expertise, and networks to drive positive change and shape the future collectively
Seizing New Opportunities to Shape the Future | Abigail Aghaibie
- The future is waiting to be shaped. As women, we have the power, intelligence, and passion to create a world that is more than just sustainable.
- The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
Panel session — Growing and Managing Your Career | Esther Edoho, Abigail Asieba Orevaoghene, Feke Ebisine, and Uwah Blessing
- Continuous learning is important for career growth
- Setting long-term goals and also having a growth mindset is essential in growing your career.
The freebies
A tech event isn’t complete without a bunch of swags and WTM Warri came prepared!
Thankful to the amazing team and volunteers
IWD 2024 was made possible through Martha Freeborn, Charles Freeborn, Edmund Chibuzor, Kelvin Forteta, and Daniel Onoruikpe for graciously giving their time and resources. Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication.
Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much” — Helen Keller
The event was a true celebration of women and their accomplishments. It was inspiring to see women coming together to support and uplift each other and to create a community of empowerment and positivity.
And to the great men who stand side-by-side with women as true equals, together we are helping drive changes that benefit all of our society.
If you are within the city of Warri and would like to be part of our community, follow this link.
Here is the link to the official photos from IWD 2024
Hope we will see you in 2025 🤩
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