The journey to gender equality is long and challenging, yet every step forward brings society closer to balance.  In commemoration of International Women’s Day 2025, the Ike Odoeme Foundation took bold strides in addressing critical issues affecting women through a well-attended event themed Accelerate Action, with a focus on Empowering Women in Education and Technology. Held in Imo State today, the event brought together notable dignitaries, policymakers, and advocates for women's empowerment.  Among the distinguished speakers were the Honorable Commissioner for Tertiary and Technical Education in Imo State, Prof. Victor Nwachukwu, Dr. Fatima Ijeoma Emetuma (FOWAN), Mrs. Blessing Okorie, Prof. K.O. Nworgu, Dr. Dorathy Nnaji, CP Aboki Danjuma (ably represented), and Rt. Hon. Uju Onwudiwe.  Representatives from the offices of the Imo State Deputy Governor and the Commissioner of Police were also in attendance. The Ike Odoeme Foundation, a Non-Governmental Organizati...

  The journey to gender equality is long and arduous, yet every step counts. As the world marked International Women’s Day 2025 today, the Ike Odoeme Foundation took bold steps toward addressing key issues affecting women through a well-attended event with the theme Accelerate Action. The focus was on empowering women through education and technology, two critical tools for bridging the gender gap. Women, who make up nearly half of the world’s population, continue to face obstacles ranging from gender-based violence to underrepresentation in leadership. The Ike Odoeme Foundation, is a Non-Governmental Organization that is committed to empowering women across all walks of life, young, old, educated, uneducated, able bodied and different bodied. It's vision is to create a society where every woman has the opportunity, resources, and support to reach her full potential. The Honorable Commissioner for Tertiary and Technical Education in Imo State, Prof. Victor Nwachukwu, who is...