Leadership and Mentoring Course for Women In Nigerian Security Sector Institutions

Leadership and Mentoring Course for Senior Female Officers in the Nigerian Security Sector Institutions.

Date:14-18 October 2024 

Venue: National Defence College, Abuja

The National Defence College (NDC), through its Centre for Strategic Research and Studies (CSRS), in partnership with the United Nation Women (UN Women), is organising a 5-day Leadership and Mentoring Course for Senior Female Officers in Nigerian Security Institutions. This is a part of the “Enhancing Gender-Responsive Security Operations and Community Dialogue Project in Nigeria (Phase II),”. This course is designed to strengthen the leadership capabilities of women in the security sector by providing practical tools and strategies to navigate complex roles and advance into decision-making positions.

Participants will engage in interactive sessions focusing on leadership development, strategic decision-making, and effective mentoring techniques, all aimed at fostering a supportive environment for peer mentorship and building collaborative networks. The course seeks to empower women by equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in leadership roles and drive gender equality within their institutions.

In attendance are 30 senior female officers representing the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Navy, Nigerian Air Force, Nigerian Police Force, and Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps. This initiative underscores the NDC’s ongoing commitment to empowering women and enhancing their contributions to the security sector.