Raising Women

UN @ 80 Celebration & Launch of the Creative Alliance for Peace (CAP)
By Oluchi Obiahu Venue: Aso Hall, Abuja Continental Hotel | Date: October 25, 2025 The United Nations marked its 80th anniversary in grand style with

Amara Musa’s NAKAMA
The Art of Scent and Serenity By Emmanuella Abraham In the quiet rhythm of a home‑lit space, a candle flickers, a diffuser breathes softly, and

Different, Not Less
Little People, Big Presence: Celebrating Dwarfism Day By Oluchi Obiahu Dwarfism Awareness Day is a day to celebrate individuals with short stature, challenge stereotypes, and

Her Roots, Her Road
Traveling Back to Ancestry for Self-Discovery By Ikupolusi Ariyike The air in Accra feels both familiar and new. I stand barefoot at the edge of

Symbols of Strength
The Global Story Behind the Pink Ribbon By Antoinne Pepper The little pink ribbon has become an enduring emblem of solidarity and hope. Every October

Did You Know? The Curious Origins Behind Everyday Things
By Tom Boyd Ever wonder why we do some of the things we do or where certain habits came from? From fashion choices to funny
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Raising Women Initiative: Empowering Women, Transforming Communities .
Raising Women Initiative (RWI) is a non-profit organization that has, over the last 6 years, implemented programs that inspire, empower and advocate for greater representation of women and girls in all sectors. We work with key stakeholders to challenge the status quo on gender mainstreaming, equality and the rights of women and girls.

