SHE Initiative — Showcasing Her Excellence Initiative

About Us

Showcasing Her Excellence Initiative (SHE Initiative) is a registered pan African non-governmental organization interested in the development of women and girls. We serve as a catalyst for opportunities to aid the growth of females in Africa.

Mission

To intensify and expand women development through strategic mentoring and female led projects

Vision

A developed Africa where females can maximize their potentials and contribute to nation building.

OUR OBJECTIVES

Fostering females’ self discovery and self belief.
Nurturing and enhancing the capacity of young females to actively participate in nation building.
To create and expand opportunities for STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) education for girls.
To mentor and inspire young female entrepreneurs.
To develop and execute a feeding mechanism for widows and children.
To enhance sustainable access to WASH (Water Sanitation and Hygiene) for girls.

Thematic Area

Education

Entrepreneurship

Livelihood & Love

Hygiene

Our Team

Maryam Junaidu

Executive Director

Ms. Maryam Junaidu is an avid supporter for youth development with a special interest in females. She is a certified Statistician with a Bsc Read More

Zuweira Junaidu

Head of Administration/Programs

Ms. Zuweira Junaidu is a Strong communicator, organized, with experience in gender mainstreaming who works to improve processesRead More

Rukayat Yesufu

Head of Communication

Ms. Rukayat Yesufu has good Knowledge of gender-sensitive communication methods and tools; develops design, multimedia stories and Read More

Testimonial

"The entire programme experienced by us was mind blowing. It was quite emotional, highlighting each and every girl child’s journey through quality education. We were touched to see the care taken by the facilitators and the management for the girls. A very systematic and well-planned programme."

Amina Mubarark

"It was a heart-warming event. Apart from being meticulously planned, we all loved the way each girl child’s uniqueness was being celebrated. The memento’s given were very thoughtful and we are sure it will be lovely reminder of these beautiful self development years for a long time to come!"

Susan Peters

"The theme was really a pleasant retrospection and took us back to the lanes of our girl childhood. It was truly a good blend of self discovery, self belief and joy. The colourful décor was mesmerising too. The facilitators were great in helping the girls to comprehend. All your efforts are commendable!"

Mellisa Blessing

"Thank you for the wonderful event. It was incredible just like the smile that you put on everyone’s faces. It was nostalgic. Nurturing and enhancing the capacity of young females to actively participate in nation building, while the girl child learnt how to create and expand opportunities for STEM"