IITA applaud women’s contributions to a more food-secure continent

IITA–CGIAR reaffirms its commitment to recognizing and applauding women and girls for their resilience, impact, and contributions to agriculture, research, and food security. On 10 March, IITA celebrated International Women’s Day with the theme: “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.”

The event commenced with a commemorative walk to honor the invaluable contributions of women in agriculture and development. This was followed by an awareness event at IITA’s headquarters in Ibadan, with staff from hubs and stations across Africa joining virtually. The Talent Management and Engagement Manager, Lade Oke, moderated the session.

The IITA Director General, Dr Simeon Ehui, expressed deep appreciation for the role of women and girls in shaping the agricultural landscape. “IITA’s strength lies in its diversity, and the contributions of women are instrumental in transforming lives across Africa. Thank you all for making IITA a center for equality and excellence,” he stated.

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