We are particularly proud that W.TEC (Women's Technology Empowerment Centre) was referenced in the Emerging Industries pillar of the policy document. This reflects our 17-year commitment to equipping girls and women across Nigeria with digital and STEM skills —...
We are glad to announce that we have trained 1,253 girls in our academy centres for the first half of the year. Through intensive hands-on training sessions, these girls have gained valuable skills and knowledge. We are proud of their dedication and achievements, and...
In July 2025, the W.TEC Academy team embarked on a series of strategic visits to our Academy centres in Kwara and Ondo States. These visits were aimed at strengthening relationships with our partners, assessing the ongoing implementation of our programmes, and...
Are you a woman entrepreneur with brilliant ideas, ready to scale your impact, but held back by a lack of funding? This isn't just another workshop – it's a dynamic accelerator designed to transform your vision into funded reality! Join the SHE CAN with ICT...
In May 2025, Ilorin Grammar School hosted a vibrant celebration of International Girls in ICT Day, organized by W.TEC Academy Kwara. The event brought together over 200 girls from our partner schools to celebrate the power of technology and the role of girls in...
Dear parents,How are you keeping your children engaged this summer? If you're searching for a camp that’s more than just fun — one that also builds creativity, problem-solving skills, and tech confidence — W.TEC’s Early Innovators Camp is the perfect fit! Designed...
SheCan With ICT Programme Report (2024/2025 Cycle)The 2024/2025 cycle of SHE CAN with ICT (Sustaining Her Enterprise, Career and Network) officially wrapped up in May 2025, marking yet another successful milestone in W.TEC’s commitment to digitally empowering Nigerian...
To commemorate the 2025 International Girls in ICT Day, the Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) in partnership with Oracle Academy hosted an engaging and impactful event for 200 secondary schoolgirls from 10 select-participating secondary schools in...
Lagos, Nigeria – May 14, 2025 – The Women's Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC), in partnership with Oracle, is set to host the 9th edition of its International Girls in ICT Day celebration in Lagos. This year’s event, themed “Girls in ICT for Inclusive Digital...
Lagos, Nigeria – May 7, 2025 – The Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC), in collaboration with ACT Foundation and Access Corporation, successfully hosted a vibrant and impactful She Can with ICT Graduation Showcase on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, in Ikeja, Lagos....
Lagos, Nigeria – May 5, 2025 – The Women's Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC), in collaboration with ACT Foundation, will tomorrow host a powerful networking and showcase event in Ikeja - Lagos, under its flagship initiative, SHE CAN with ICT. SHE CAN with ICT is a...
The countdown is on for one of Lagos’ most anticipated events celebrating women in tech and entrepreneurship—the She Can with ICT Graduation & Expo 2025! Hosted by the Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) and proudly supported by the Aspire Coronation...
To commemorate International Girls in ICT Day 2025, the Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC), in collaboration with UNIC Abuja, hosted a dynamic and thought-provoking XSpace conversation titled "Empower Her: Strategies to Build an Inclusive Digital Future."...
The Women's Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) successfully hosted the W.TEC Academy Ondo Graduation Ceremony on April 4th, 2025, at Fiwasaye Girls Grammar School Hall, Akure. The event marked a significant milestone in the organization’s mission to equip young...
Ondo State, Nigeria – April 4, 2025 – The Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) is thrilled to announce the 2025 Graduation Ceremony for participants of the W.TEC Academy Ondo Programme – a co-curricular ICT programme for secondary school girls, marking a...
OVERVIEW: The workshop was held 6th – 7th November, 2024 organized by the National Policy Association in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry Women Empowerment and Poverty Alleviation with partnership with Albright Stonebridge Group, DGA, NESG, PIC and had in...
March 14, 2025 – In commemoration of International Women’s Day 2025, the Innocent Chukwuma Empowerment Foundation (ICCEF) in partnership with the Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) successfully hosted a high-impact webinar titled "Innovate, Include,...
In 2024, the Women's Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) achieved remarkable milestones in advancing gender equality through technology education. Our initiatives have empowered thousands of women and girls across Nigeria, fostering skills, confidence, and...
Attending the Women Economic Empowerment Policy Roadmap Co-Creation Workshop alongside W.TEC’s Executive Director was a truly insightful experience. Organized by the National Policy Association in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and...
Empowering Women Through Digital Skills: Highlights from W.TEC’s She Can With ICT Programme The She Can With ICT training programme, a collaborative initiative between W.TEC and ACT Foundation, successfully equipped women in the fashion and beauty industries across...
At the Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC), our vision is strengthened by the invaluable contributions of our Advisory Board members, whose expertise and dedication help shape our impact and guide our strategic direction. As we welcome two exceptional new...
In celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, IHS Nigeria and the Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) came together to ignite a passion for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) among young girls. Held at Gbaja...
For over a decade, the Women’s Technology Empowerment Centre (W.TEC) has been at the forefront of advocating for online safety, digital literacy, and gender inclusivity in Nigeria. From past collaborations with Facebook (now Meta) to equipping thousands of young...
We were delighted to host a team from ACT Foundation at our office, our valued partners in the SheCanWithICT programme. This virtual training initiative, designed to equip women in the fashion and beauty care industries with essential digital skills, has achieved...
The She Creates Camp has been instrumental in shaping the future of young girls in STEM, and our recent alumnae evaluation survey highlights its incredible impact. Conducted for participants from 2008 to 2025, the survey gathered responses from 79 alumnae, with a...
W.TEC recently had the distinct honor of paying a courtesy visit to the First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, to present our ongoing efforts in empowering women and girls across the state through STEM, digital literacy, and entrepreneurship. The meeting...
! We are thrilled to announce the expansion of our SheCan with ICT initiative through two incredible new partnerships: Women in Fashion Technology (WiFT) and OSC College of Fashion (@osccollegeoffashion)! These partnerships mark a significant milestone in our mission...
We are thrilled to announce the resumption of our after-school computer programme for secondary school girls in Ondo under the W.TEC Academy initiative! This year, the programme is taking an exciting leap forward as the girls dive into engaging classes on Electronics...
We are thrilled to announce the commencement of the 2025 session of the W.TEC Academy at our Oregun centre! This year, our focus is on Renewable Energy and Electronics, reflecting our commitment to equipping young women with the skills to thrive in the evolving...
The She Can With ICT - Skill Up program is currently in full swing, empowering women entrepreneurs across Africa with essential digital skills. This virtual training, now in its fourth cohort, has attracted participants from various countries, all eager to enhance...