Pathfinder International has unveiled Women&Co Nigeria, a groundbreaking initiative designed to amplify women-led solutions in healthcare, climate resilience, and economic empowerment across the country.
The launch, held in Abuja, marks a major step in Pathfinder’s global campaign to position women at the forefront of innovation and sustainable development. The program builds on the organization’s 60-year legacy of advancing health, rights, and gender equity in Nigeria.
In a statement issued by Bayo Ewuola, Pathfinder’s Senior Media and Communications Officer, the organization said the initiative represents a strategic effort to place women at the center of national transformation.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Amina Dorayi, Regional Portfolio Director at Pathfinder International, said the platform seeks to highlight women’s leadership in solving the country’s most urgent challenges.
“Across Nigeria, women are already driving solutions in their homes, communities, and workplaces,” Dr. Dorayi said. “Women&Co is about putting women in the driver’s seat to design innovations that shape our nation’s future in health, climate, and development. By centering women’s leadership, Nigeria can accelerate progress toward equity and prosperity for all.”
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In her remarks, Dr. Adanna Steinacker, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Women’s Health, commended Pathfinder International for its vision, describing the project as aligned with the federal government’s commitment to prioritizing women’s health and leadership.
“Women&Co embodies the collaboration and creativity our nation needs to renew systems and unlock new possibilities,” Dr. Steinacker said.
The Abuja convening brought together women from diverse sectors to discuss pathways for inclusive leadership, identify barriers to opportunity, and outline actionable strategies to accelerate women-led innovation in Nigeria.
With Women&Co, Pathfinder International reaffirms its commitment to advancing gender equity and empowering women to lead the next wave of sustainable growth, placing Nigerian women at the heart of national and global progress.
