She Build: Empowering Women in Tech Across Northern Nigeria

She Build: Empowering Women in Tech Across Northern Nigeria

In a world increasingly powered by technology, the gender gap in digital participation remains a pressing challenge — especially across Northern Nigeria. Many young women still face barriers such as limited access to resources, digital education, and mentorship opportunities in tech.

To change this narrative, ICIDAT (Innovation Centre for Information Development and Training) is launching She Build — Women in Tech Empowerment Program, a transformative 7-week initiative designed to equip women and girls with practical digital skills, creative tools, and entrepreneurial confidence to thrive in the modern economy.

Building a Generation of Digital Innovators

At its core, She Build is more than a training program — it’s a movement.
It seeks to empower young women (ages 16 and above) with relevant digital, technical, and business skills, enabling them to create, innovate, and lead within their communities and the wider tech ecosystem.

Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and real-world projects, participants will gain exposure to career pathways in:

  • Web Design & Development
  • UI/UX Design and Creative Tools
  • Digital Marketing and Branding
  • Data Literacy & Tech for Business

By the end of the program, participants won’t just have new skills — they’ll have built projects, portfolios, and networks that open doors to jobs, entrepreneurship, and collaboration.

Why This Matters

Women make up nearly half of Nigeria’s population, yet only a fraction are represented in the technology sector.
Bridging this gap means unlocking enormous potential — for innovation, for economic growth, and for sustainable development.

She Build represents ICIDAT’s commitment to digital inclusion, gender equality, and youth empowerment.
It is designed to ensure that women in underserved communities, particularly across Jos and Northern Nigeria, are not left behind in the digital revolution.

Program Overview

  • Duration: 7 Weeks (November 1 – December 20, 2025)
  • Location: Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria (with virtual participation options)
  • Target Group: Women and girls aged 16–35, including students, job seekers, and early-stage entrepreneurs.
  • Expected Reach: 100+ participants trained in the first cohort.

Each week focuses on a core area of digital growth — from foundational computer literacy to creative design and data-driven entrepreneurship.
The program culminates in a Demo Day, where participants showcase their projects, connect with mentors, and network with sponsors and partners.

Partnerships and Sponsorship Opportunities

To achieve lasting impact, ICIDAT is inviting organizations, companies, and development agencies to partner or sponsor the program.
Potential partners include Google, Microsoft, Meta, Andela, Ingressive for Good, local ICT hubs like nHub and CoLab, as well as agencies such as UN Women, USAID, and British Council.

Partnerships can take several forms:

  • Financial sponsorships
  • Equipment and software donations
  • Mentorship or internship opportunities
  • Branding and media collaborations

Together, we can empower women to build the future — one line of code, one design, one idea at a time.

Looking Ahead

After the first cohort, ICIDAT plans to expand She Build into an annual regional program with a growing She Build Community, continuous mentorship, and digital resources for alumni.
This initiative aligns with ICIDAT’s broader Digital Inclusion and Innovation Strategy, which envisions a Nigeria where everyone — regardless of gender or background — can participate meaningfully in the tech economy.

Join the Movement

If you believe in the power of women to transform societies through technology, this is your chance to be part of that story.
Become a partner, sponsor, mentor, or volunteer with She Build today.

📩 Contact ICIDAT:
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Phone: [Insert Number]
Website: [Insert Website]
Location: Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria

She Build — by ICIDAT.

Empowering Women. Building the Future.