Raising Women

The Myth of Overnight Success vs The Reality of Becoming
By Ifeanyi’s Daughter We love a good “overnight success” story. It’s clean, inspiring and easy to sell. One day someone is unknown; the next day

Justice Mabel Segun-Bello on Mentorship, Visibility and the Work of Becoming
By Dr. May Ikeora-Amamgbo There are women who lead loudly, and there are women whose leadership is felt in systems, standards, and the people they

Ozoro, Culture Crisis, and the Uneasy Intersection of Faith
By Ikupolusi Ariyike A festival in Ozoro, Delta State, like many others across Nigeria, should have been a moment of color, rhythm, and communal pride.

Beyond the Color: Holi in a Digital and Consumer-Driven World
By Ifeoma Udu One day you’re casually watching a Bollywood movie, and the next, you’re transported into a world filled with laughter, dance, and color.

Carving Time into Stone: How Xiao Qi Turns Ancient Temples into Living Murals
By Francisca Sinjae Across centuries, architecture has carried memory. Temples, shrines and ceremonial halls are more than buildings; they are repositories of belief, craftsmanship and

She Dared the Lens
Autumn Durald Arkapaw and the Oscar That Defied a Century By Francisca Sinjae On Hollywood’s biggest night, when the world’s most recognisable golden statue changes
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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.


