Women Leaders Launch Health Systems Initiative in W’Africa
Thirty women leaders from Burkina Faso, Ghana, Nigeria, and Senegal have begun a 12-month leadership programme called the 2026 West Africa Midwifery Leadership Journey. This initiative, fully funded by WomenLift Health in partnership with WILAN Global, aims to strengthen their capacity to influence health systems, shape policy, and improve maternal and newborn health outcomes across West Africa.
The programme commenced with a four-day leadership immersion in Lagos. It addresses the underrepresentation of women in leadership roles within the health sector, despite their crucial role in maternal and newborn healthcare.
Participants come from diverse professional backgrounds and face common leadership challenges. Abosede George-Ogan, Founder and Executive Director of WILAN Global, stated that the initiative aims to develop leaders who can drive systemic change beyond their institutions.
Dr Sylvia Vito, East Africa Director at WomenLift Health, encouraged participants to transform their experiences into leadership and purpose.
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