Gender Equality & Inclusion

Project Umtazi

Empowering the next generation of female leaders from underserved communities to become self-reliant through leadership and personal development.

Building Self-Reliant Female Leaders

Project Umtazi is a specialized leadership development program designed for young females in underserved communities who aspire to lead.

We focus on providing these young women with the personal development and leadership skills necessary to break cycles of economic vulnerability and achieve sustainable self-reliance.

Program Snapshot

  • Primary Target: Young females from underserved communities.

  • Geographic Focus: Nigeria.

  • Core Objective: Advancing gender equality and social inclusion.

Our Strategic Pillars

A structured pathway from capacity building to market entry.

Capacity Building

Intensive training in personal development and leadership skills.

The Pitching Stage

Developing the confidence to present ideas and secure support for community initiatives.

Post-Training Support

Continued mentorship and guidance to ensure long-term success.

Leadership Summit

A high-impact gathering for young females to engage with mentors and refine their leadership trajectories.

Aligned with Global Goals

Project Umtazi acts as a structural lever to unlock female-led economic resilience and sustainable development across our operational areas.

SDG 1
No Poverty
SDG 5
Gender Equality
SDG 8
Decent Work

"We combat the exclusion of women and marginalized groups from opportunities and decision-making processes."