Women In Africa launches the third edition of the WIA Young Leaders 2023 program, developed in partnership with Dior, investment bank Lazard in France, the leading digital player in Africa Huawei Northern Africa, audit firm and consultancy KPMG France and the global multi-energy company TotalEnergies.
After two successful editions, WIA and its partners continue to support and highlight young African women leaders called to be emblematic actors in Africa’s economic growth.
The call for applications has been launched on Monday, March 20, 2023. The deadline for applications is 21 April 2023 at midnight (French time).
This year, 10 leaders will benefit from a tailor-made training program that will focus on women’s leadership and the skills of tomorrow. They will be supported by renowned mentors and will have the opportunity to live an immersive experience through a business trip in a world economic capital city. The program will be an opportunity to:
- Connect with high-level personalities and mentors such as CEOs, ministers, journalists, business or public figures, and serial entrepreneurs
- Be trained on boards, media training, career coaching and other customized training
- Benefit from international media visibility
Speaking about the program, Samantha Seewoosurrun, Women in Africa Ambassador for Mauritius and Seychelles, said: “The WIA Young Leaders program is an outstanding opportunity for talented and ambitious young women across Africa to benefit from leadership training, expert mentors, high level networking and media visibility. I would strongly urge all young African women to consider applying for this scheme to kickstart their careers in leadership and making a difference to the continent.”
All young African women who contribute to building a dynamic, innovative and inclusive Africa are invited to apply for the program. For more information about the programme, the eligibility criteria and how to apply, please click on the link here.
