Dr. Elizabeth Pedro Launches Skills Program for Women in Edo

The Women Helping Women for a Sustainable Tomorrow Foundation has initiated a six-month skills acquisition program in Edo State, aimed at empowering 60 women and girls with practical skills to foster economic independence and sustainable livelihoods. Dr Elizabeth Pedro, the foundation’s chief executive officer and global president, announced the program's launch on Tuesday at the foundation’s center located in Egor Local Government Area.

Dr Pedro emphasized that this initiative is part of the foundation's broader commitment to women's empowerment through education, entrepreneurship, and skills acquisition. She noted that while temporary assistance can meet immediate needs, equipping women with practical and marketable skills enables them to establish businesses and create sustainable income sources.

The foundation operates in 22 countries, focusing on women's empowerment, gender equality, economic empowerment, and leadership development.