Access Bank Plc, a leading financial institution in Africa known for its strong commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment, is set to honour the Power of 100 awardees at its upcoming International Women’s Day (IWD) Conference, scheduled for March 28, 2025.
This prestigious event will spotlight 100 exceptional women who have demonstrated remarkable leadership, innovation, and social impact across diverse industries in Africa. The celebration aligns with the 2025 IWD theme: Accelerate Action, which emphasizes driving meaningful change for gender inclusion.
Power of 100: Celebrating Women Driving Change
The Power of 100 initiative is part of Access Bank’s ongoing mission to recognize and support women leaders and changemakers who are breaking barriers, creating opportunities, and shaping a better future. Honourees include women making outstanding contributions in business, entrepreneurship, advocacy, and social development.
Speaking on the significance of the event, Chizoma Okoli, Deputy Managing Director of Access Bank, stated:
“At Access Bank, we believe in the power of women to drive progress and transformation in society. The Power of 100 awardees represent a diverse group of trailblazers whose resilience, passion, and dedication inspire the next generation of female leaders. We are honoured to celebrate them at this year’s International Women’s Day Conference.”
What to Expect at the IWD 2025 Conference
According to Nene Kunle-Ogunlusi, Head of Women Banking at Access Bank, the IWD Conference will feature:
- Keynote speeches from top industry leaders
- Insightful panel discussions on gender inclusion and economic empowerment
- Networking opportunities for women across various sectors
- A special awards ceremony honouring the Power of 100 recipients
“The Access Bank International Women’s Day event will serve as a platform to encourage dialogue on gender inclusion, leadership, and economic empowerment for women,” Nene added. “Through our flagship ‘W’ Initiative, we have consistently championed financial inclusion, capacity building, and business growth for women across Africa.”
How to Attend
To register and get more information about the Access Bank International Women’s Day Conference 2025 and the Power of 100 honourees, please click HERE.
About Access Bank
Access Bank Plc is a full-service commercial bank with a global presence across Africa, Europe, and Asia, operating through a network of over 700 branches. With a focus on diversity, sustainability, and innovative financial solutions, Access Bank continues to empower individuals, women, and businesses through impactful initiatives and cutting-edge banking services.