We are thrilled to announce the release of the 2024 Women Empowerment and Legal Aid (WELA) Newsletter, now available on our website. This year’s edition is packed with stories of hope, empowerment, and progress, showcasing the incredible strides we have made together.
Here’s a preview of what you’ll find in this remarkable issue:
Empowerment in Action: The Drive for 35% Affirmative Action in Nigeria
Our newsletter highlights the landmark case we won in 2020, advocating for the enforcement of 35% affirmative action for women in public appointments. This effort bore fruit last year when the Ministry of Interior implemented the policy in their recruitment process.
Championing Justice: WELA’s Legal Cases in 2024
In 2024, we handled numerous cases, with 50 of the most impactful ones featured. These represent the core of our mission to provide free legal aid and advocate for the underprivileged.
Community Service: Cleaning Agege
Our commitment to community welfare was evident in our CSR drive to clean the streets and drainage around Agege, home to WELA’s shelter and College of Vocational Training.
Reaching the Forgotten: Kirikiri Prisons Visit
WELA extended its legal aid services to Kirikiri Prisons, ensuring that inmates have access to justice and the possibility of a second chance.
Feature Stories: Transforming Lives
- Ese Johnson, the best graduating student of our 2023 Fashion Design department, shares how her journey with WELA has shaped her future.
- Daniel Solomon, a graduate from the Shoe Making department, reflects on how WELA’s training and support enabled him to start his own business in Agege.
Launching The Mediator: A YouTube Show for Resolution
Learn about our new YouTube series, The Mediator, which aims to resolve disputes amicably and promote alternative dispute resolution methods.
Marking Milestones: International Women’s Day and Graduations
The newsletter also captures the essence of our International Women’s Day celebration and the joy of the 2024 graduating class at the WELA Vocational College of Training.
Extending Love: Visits to Orphanages
We recount our visits to orphanages in Ondo and Ekiti States, spreading love and support through donations of food items, supplies, and cash.
Justice Achieved: Omolola Olajide’s Reinstatement
The reinstatement of Omolola Olajide into the Nigerian Police Force, achieved through WELA’s legal intervention, stands as a significant milestone in our fight for justice.
These and many more stories await you in our 2024 Newsletter, which celebrates the collective efforts that have driven our impact this year.
Click here to access the newsletter and immerse yourself in the journey of empowerment, justice, and transformation.