Events
Voices Against Violence: A Day of Awareness and Action
The Smile Outreach’s Inaugural Annual Event
Date: 30th November 2024
Meet the Face of VAV24
Meet the Speakers
Festus Abigail is an administrator, girl child advocate, and Executive Director of FAB Treasure Foundation, an NGO dedicated to educating and empowering young girls through menstrual hygiene education and digital transformation. She has impacted over 10,000 girls, women, and youths across Nigeria and is committed to ensuring that no girl is left behind in accessing education and opportunities.
Festus Abigail - Founder FAB Treasures Foundation
Dorkong Rimdan is a versatile professional, working as a broadcast journalist, menstrual hygiene advocate, and founder of FemPower, a non-profit addressing menstrual poverty and injustice. Currently hosting The Roadshow on CoolFM Abuja, she has moderated numerous high-profile events and advocates for women and girls through education on menstrual health and empowerment.
Dorkong Rimdan - Founder FemPower
Alu Azege is a seasoned African feminist and media expert with nearly two decades of storytelling experience in development communication. She is the Executive Director of Media Health and Rights Initiative and has been pivotal in advancing sexual and reproductive health through programs like Love Matters Naija. Alu is also passionate about youth and women’s rights, actively engaging in media-led social change initiatives.
Alu Azege - E.D Media Health and Rights Initiative of Nigeria (MHR
Nafisa Atiku-Adejuwon is a development practitioner with a focus on governance, education, and gender equality, dedicated to amplifying women’s voices in international development. She has worked with notable organizations like the African Union Development Agency and Oxfam, advocating for diversity and inclusion. Nafisa is a 2024 Mandela Washington Fellow and is recognized for her efforts in empowering young women globally.
Nafisa Atiku-Adejuwon - Founder HealHubCenter
Funbi Akintade is a 22-year-old social activist and founder of HealHubCenter, providing free therapy services focused on mental health and well-being. Through her initiative Operation Feed the Nation, she has fed over 5,000 vulnerable individuals. Funbi’s work has garnered recognition from platforms like Forbes Women Africa, and she remains dedicated to advocating for gender equality and social impact.
Funbi Akintade - Founder HealHub Center
Princess Ekwi Ajide is an award-winning multimedia journalist and founder of Balm for the Bruised Foundation, dedicated to reducing drug dependence and promoting mental health for women, youths, and children. As the Abuja Bureau Chief for Anambra Broadcasting Service, she advocates for human rights and anti-drug campaigns while giving voice to the marginalized, especially widows and orphans.