WODDI Inspiring Women Summit (WIWS) 2026- Abuja

## WODDI Inspiring Women Summit (WIWS) 2026

The WODDI Inspiring Women Summit (WIWS) 2026 is the 4th edition of WODDI’s flagship continental gathering—designed to empower women, strengthen families, and transform communities across Africa and the diaspora.
Scheduled to hold on Saturday, 16th May 2026 in Abuja, Nigeria, WIWS 2026 will convene over 1,000 physical participants and 100,000+ virtual attendees, bringing together a powerful mix of leaders, policymakers, development partners, entrepreneurs, professionals, and emerging voices.

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## Theme:

### PUSH — Positioned Until Something Happens

This year’s theme is a call to intentional positioning, resilience, and action, empowering women to rise beyond limitations and step boldly into purpose, leadership, and impact.

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## What WIWS 2026 Represents

WIWS is more than a conference—it is a movement platform that:

• Drives values-based leadership
• Promotes economic empowerment and enterprise development
• Strengthens family systems and emotional intelligence
• Builds a pan-African network of empowered women (WGMN)

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## Core Focus Areas

Participants will engage in transformational sessions across four key pillars:

• Health & Mental Wellness
• Relationships, Family, and Emotional Intelligence
• Career Growth & Business Development
• Finance & Economic Empowerment

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## Key Highlights

WIWS 2026 will feature a dynamic and impactful programme including:

• High-level keynote addresses and panel discussions
• Mentor–Mentee engagement sessions
• Spoken word and cultural expressions
• Strategic networking opportunities
• Goodwill messages from distinguished leaders

### Major Launches & Commissioning

• Official launch of the WODDI Institute App (digital empowerment platform)
• Commissioning of 25 African Country Representatives and Deputies
• Recognition of 36 State & FCT Coordinators and Assistants (Nigeria)
• Unveiling of three transformational WODDI books:
• Inspired to Be the Complete Woman
• Power of an Inspired Woman
• Bold Moves, Boundless Impact

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## Impact & Reach

• 12,000+ women already empowered
• Presence across 28 African countries and growing
• A rapidly expanding Good Mother Network (WGMN) driving grassroots transformation
• Access to 42+ skill-based courses via the WODDI Institute

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## Why WIWS 2026 Matters

WIWS 2026 is a strategic convergence point for:

• Empowerment
• Leadership development
• Policy influence
• Community transformation

It is where women are not just inspired—but equipped, positioned, and activated to lead change across Africa.

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## Closing Statement

WIWS 2026 is a defining moment—where purpose meets opportunity, and women rise to become all they were designed to be.