The Innovation Centre for Inclusive Growth (CIGA) is making significant strides in empowering women and fostering gender equality through impactful initiatives that prioritize innovation, inclusion, and equitable growth. Recognizing that women are key drivers of sustainable development and societal transformation, the Centre’s programs focus on equipping women with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities they need to lead and thrive.
At the heart of CIGA’s mission is the belief that empowered women are catalysts for change, not only in their own lives but also within their communities. This philosophy guides its approach to addressing the unique challenges women face, from limited access to resources and opportunities to systemic barriers in leadership and economic participation.
Programs and Initiatives
1. Leadership Development for Women
CIGA is committed to nurturing female leaders who can influence decision-making and drive policy changes. Through workshops, mentorship programs, and networking opportunities, the Centre empowers women to build their leadership capacity and step into roles where they can shape their communities and industries.
2. Economic Empowerment
Understanding the importance of financial independence, CIGA provides women with entrepreneurial training and access to resources that help them start and grow their businesses. This includes skill-building sessions in innovation, digital tools, and strategic management, ensuring women entrepreneurs are equipped to compete in the modern economy.
3. Advocacy for Gender Equality
CIGA actively engages in advocacy to promote gender-inclusive policies and practices. By working with policymakers, civil society organizations, and international partners, the Centre ensures that women’s voices are represented in key conversations about development and governance.
4. Women in Civic Leadership
To increase women’s participation in politics and governance, CIGA hosts training programs aimed at empowering women to take active roles in civic leadership. These programs emphasize integrity, accountability, and the importance of female representation in decision-making spaces.
Through our women-focused initiatives, CIGA has already made a tangible impact. Women who have participated in its programs have gone on to launch successful businesses, assume leadership positions in their communities, and advocate for policy changes that promote gender equality. Some of the programs includes the Raising Girls Summit, ElevateHer and Africa Women Leadership Network events.
One notable success is a mentorship initiative that paired young women leaders with seasoned professionals in fields like governance, entrepreneurship, and technology. The program fostered cross-generational learning and created a network of women committed to uplifting one another.
