Strengthening Strategic Alliances: W.TEC Engages Lagos Ministry to Advance Digital Inclusion
The Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) paid a courtesy and advocacy visit to the Lagos State Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (MIST) in Alausa, Lagos, reinforcing its commitment to building strong institutional partnerships that drive digital inclusion and women’s empowerment.
The W.TEC delegation was warmly received by the Permanent Secretary, Engr. Mrs. Ibilola Kasunmu, alongside senior officials, Directors, and members of the Ministry’s management team. The meeting provided an opportunity for meaningful dialogue around shared priorities and collaborative opportunities.
Advancing Collaboration for Inclusive Innovation
The engagement featured a productive exchange focused on key areas of common interest, including:
- Expanding digital inclusion initiatives
- Strengthening access to technology for women and girls
- Building sustainable pathways for skills development
- Promoting innovation as a driver of economic growth
Both institutions expressed a strong interest in deepening collaboration to ensure that more women and girls are equipped with the digital and technology skills needed to thrive in today’s evolving economy.
A Shared Vision for Impact
As a long-standing advocate for gender-responsive technology education, W.TEC continues to work closely with public and private sector stakeholders to scale impact and close the digital gender gap. The visit to the Ministry signals a strategic step toward aligning efforts with government priorities in innovation and digital transformation.
The engagement underscores a shared commitment to forging a robust partnership and advancing an inclusive, innovative technology ecosystem—one that positions women and girls not just as beneficiaries of technology, but as active creators, leaders, and contributors to societal and economic development.
Through collaboration and sustained advocacy, W.TEC and the Lagos State Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology are helping to shape a future where digital opportunity is accessible to all.