We all have our different perceptions and definitions of bullying, some say it is a behavior, often repeated and habitual which involves the use of force, threat, or coercion to abuse, intimidate, or aggressively dominate others; others have defined it as the use superior strength or influence to intimidate; while the Merriam Webster Dictionary, defines bullying as abuse and mistreatment of someone vulnerable by someone stronger, or more powerful. At some point in our teenage lives or high school, we may have been involved in Bullying, either as a victim or the bully, some of us left that phase of life with the thought, “thank God it’s over”; while others carried on to their adult lives, the effects of teenage bullying; scarred for life or became even bigger bullies in their adult life. It’s no wonder various organizations have taken it upon themselves to ensure that the system finds…
Women Up: Advancing Women’s Leadership in the Global Economy
Women Up was founded by Sheila Lirio Marcelo founder and CEO of Care.com and joined by Cora Neumann, founder of the Global First Ladies Alliance; Women Up is an organization on a mission to increase women’s role in the global economy through the provision of mentorship, leadership training and support to girls and women through every stage of their lives and careers. The organization, implements programs for Rising Women Leaders which focuses on reducing the formidable barriers stand in the way of many women who desire to lead, not the least of which are personal courage, confidence and capacity; Women Up programs helps participants, reduce these barriers by providing trainings in transformational leadership, skill-building and inspiration to promising women in every stage of their lives and careers; the programs for Rising Women Leaders, is currently being implemented in Sweden, Brazil, South Africa, the United States, the United Kingdom, and the…
Who Is Nigeria’s Most-Impactful Governor’s Wife?
The Amazons Watch Magazine, a leading voice for women in developing nations, has nominated 12 First Ladies for the magazine’s Most-Impactful Governors Wives Poll, designed to gauge the impact of the various pet projects and noble activities of the Wives of Governors of Nigeria’s 36 States. The magazine used Popularity, Impact and Sustainability as the criteria for selection. The poll is part of the magazine’s efforts to spur and encourage a more aggressive commitment and efforts on the part of the Wives of Nigerian State Governors towards improving the social, economic and political status of Nigerian women and the society at large. The “First Lady” is an informal and unconstitutional, but accepted title in Nigeria, held by the wife of the President and State Governors of Nigeria. They are the exemplification of grace, magnificence and influence, renowned as true partners of their spouses- the Governors’ visions, and role…
Poll: Who Is Nigeria’s Most-Impactful Governor’s Wife?
The Amazons Watch Magazine, a leading voice for women in developing nations, has nominated 12 First Ladies for the magazine’s Most-Impactful Governors Wives Poll, designed to gauge the impact of the various pet projects and noble activities of the Wives of Governors of Nigeria’s 36 States. The magazine used Popularity, Impact and Sustainability as the criteria for selection. Kindly vote below. [dimbal-poll-manager poll_id=”6″]
The Importance of Entrepreneurship in the African Space
Economic experts have said that to form a solid stable economy there is the need to engage in entrepreneurial activities, especially among developing nations. Topics along this line have formed the basis of discussion for political leaders, investors and analysts in their quest towards finding a lasting solution to youth unemployment and other similar challenges threatening the stability of the nation’s economy.
Self-worth: The Key to Thriving in the Corporate World
More women are flooding the business world in recent times with the knowledge that women can be and do whatever they choose. With this news zeal, some women have made costly mistakes while some others struggle to break even- only a few have had an almost smooth sailing journey.
Why Women Empowerment must go beyond Handcraft
In order to bridge the gender gaps and create an enabling avenue for women to thrive in emerging economies, it is important for already established women to lend a helping hand to other women across regions through mentorship, valuable tips, as well as different forms of empowerment.