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When Zeal Isn’t Enough: Choosing Purpose Over Passivity

By Zamie Ayo

A woman named Judith chose not to pursue any form of work or skill acquisition because, from her perspective, doing so would distract her from serving God. She was deeply committed to church activities; you would always see her in church and at various religious events. Now, let me be clear: I’m not saying going to church is wrong. But while she was consistently involved in spiritual matters, she had nothing else going on for her. She had no job, no business, and unfortunately, no family of her own. She had neither a husband nor children.

As time went on, she began to age, and things got even harder. She often went around asking people for help; money for food, essentials, anything to get by. It got to a point where her family had to hold a meeting about her situation. Out of concern, they decided to raise some money to help her start a small business. But she refused the offer. She said they shouldn’t bother, that she wasn’t interested in doing any business.

And that was it. She grew older, and eventually, she passed away leaving behind no legacy, no impact, nothing to show for her life. It was truly sad.

I’m sharing this not to criticize, but to encourage you: Life is full of opportunities. You need a skill. You need to develop yourself. You need to show up for yourself because at the end of the day, no one is coming to your rescue. Be intentional. Build something. Leave a legacy.

Here are few opportunities you could check out;

  1. Organization: ATKV X Global Changemakers

Location: South Africa | Application Deadline: 25-4-2025 (South Africa Applicant)

Application Ends: 25-4-2025(Int’l Applicant)

Brief

Application for the ATKV x Global Changemakers Global Youth Summit 2025 are now open. The Global Youth Summit 2025 is a fully funded, life-changing opportunity for young Changemakers worldwide! This year, ATKV and Global Changemakers are bringing together passionate youth leaders in Cape Town, South Africa, from 20-24 October, 2025 for an immersive experience in leadership, innovation and collaboration.

The summit isn’t just an event, it’s a dynamic space where ideas, cultures, and visions for a better world come together. If you’re aged 21-28 and making a difference in your community, this is your change to take part in an unforgettable week of skills training, networking, and capacity building. Alongside some of the most inspiring young leader from around the world, you’ll gain the tools and connections to amplify your impact.

As a Global Youth Summit 2025 participant, you’ll join a thriving international network of over 1,200 changemakers and gain access to exclusive grant funding opportunities to turn your ideas into action.

Eligibility

  • Open to English speaking Changemakers.
  • Aged 21-28 and living anywhere in the world.
  • All applicant residing outside of South Africa must apply as international applicants between April 1 and April 25, 2025.
  • Applicants living in South Africa will have a separate application period from May 1 to May 25, 2025.

Applications

Don’t miss your chance to join the fully funded Global Youth Summit 2025! The simple three-step application process is your ticket to an unforgettable experience-connecting with fellow changemakers, gaining new skills, and turning ideas into action.

Registration: https://opportuintydesk.org

2. Organization: UNESCO

Location: Across the Globe | Offer Type: Grant

Application Deadline: 12-5-2025

Brief

The UNESCO Prize for Girl’s and Women’s Education honors outstanding and innovative contributions made by individual, institution and organization to advance girls and women’s education. It is the first UNESCO prize of this nature and is unique in showcasing successful projects of girls and women and in turn, the quality of their lives.

Funded by the Government of the People’s Republic of China, the Prize is conferred annually to two laureates and consist of an award of US $50,000 each to help further their work in the area of girls and women education. The Director-General of UNESCO awarded the prize for the first time in 2016.

Explanatory Note And Selection Criteria

  • Individuals, institutions or organizations advancing girls and women education are eligible for nomination. Nominations must focus on an established project or programme of the candidate, which has been running for at least two years, and meets the selection criteria.
  • Self-nominations are not accepted. If you, your institution or organization meet the selection criteria, please contact you country’s National Commission to UNESCO or a relevant NGO in Official Partnership with UNESCO.

Apply: https://www.GWEPrize@unesco.org

3. ORGANIZER: Banking on Women Health Conference (BWHC)

Brief

Women’s Health in Nigeria tales center stage at the upcoming Banking on women’s Health Conference (BWHC), this event will feature the launch of the State of Women’s Health in Nigeria Report and the presentation of the innovation Award.

Discussion will explore a range of critical health topics including PCOS, endometriosis, menopause, mental health, maternal health and more.

Participation is FREE. For registration details visit :www.bankonwomenhealth.com

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Fifty issues. That feels worth pausing for.
Not because fifty is simply a lovely round number, but because every issue represents another opportunity to ask better questions about women, culture and the world we are building.
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Our cover story, PRETTY, BY DESIGN, takes us to South Korea and its billion dollar pursuit of beauty, examining what happens when appearance becomes intertwined with confidence, opportunity and social capital. But before we become too fascinated by South Korea, perhaps we should check our own mirrors. The pursuit of “better” is increasingly global.
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Raising Women Magazine Issue 049 – August 2026

There is a quiet shift taking place in the stories women are telling.

For years, success was measured by titles, milestones, and visibility. Today, we are asking deeper questions. What does influence look like? Who is changing the world? Which friendships shape the women we become? And how do we carry our heritage into a future we are helping to build?

This edition celebrates women and girls of African descent whose ideas, courage, creativity, and leadership are reshaping global conversations. Our cover feature is a reminder that Africa is not waiting to be discovered. It is already influencing the future through remarkable women whose work is changing industries, communities, and generations.

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There is a quiet shift taking place in the stories women are telling.

For years, success was measured by titles, milestones, and visibility. Today, we are asking deeper questions. What does influence look like? Who is changing the world? Which friendships shape the women we become? And how do we carry our heritage into a future we are helping to build?

This edition celebrates women and girls of African descent whose ideas, courage, creativity, and leadership are reshaping global conversations. Our cover feature is a reminder that Africa is not waiting to be discovered. It is already influencing the future through remarkable women whose work is changing industries, communities, and generations.

Alongside these inspiring stories, we explore the quiet power of friendship, the economics of modern womanhood, fashion’s changing priorities, and the cultural moments defining our time.

At Raising Women Magazine, we remain committed to one belief: when women rise with purpose, they do not simply change their own stories. They expand what the world believes is possible.

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There is a quiet shift taking place in the stories women are telling.

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