The Women Empowerment and Legal Aid (WELA) initiative has praised the Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for his pivotal role in advancing gender equality through the implementation of […]
Today, as we observe the International Day of the Girl Child, we celebrate the potential and resilience of girls worldwide. This year’s theme, Vision for the Future, calls on all
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Women Empowerment and Legal Aid (WELA) founder, Funmi Falana, SAN, has expressed gratitude to the Police High Command for reinstating Miss Omolola Olajide, an officer from the Ekiti Police
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We are pleased to share a recent video highlighting the sincere appreciation from boys in the Agege community for our founder, Mrs. Funmi Falana SAN, and the ongoing work of
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In August 2024, our organization, Women Empowerment and Legal Aid (WELA), embarked on a meaningful journey to Ondo and Ekiti States to visit two motherless babies’ homes. These visits were
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Bringing Hope and Support to the Community On International Women’s Day 2024, WELA made a meaningful impact in Agege, Lagos, by distributing essential food items to women in need. This
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Celebrating WELA Founder’s Elevation to Senior Advocate of Nigeria A proud moment for WELA and the fight for justice. We are delighted to celebrate the conferment of Senior Advocate of
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Protecting Our Community Through Collective Action On March 7th, 2023, WELA staff and students took on an essential mission—preparing Agege for the rainy season. Armed with cleaning tools and a
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Women Empowerment and Legal Aid (WELA) has achieved a significant legal victory in the fight for gender equality in Nigeria. The Court of Appeal in Lagos recently voided sections 126
In February 2023, WELA organised a captivating 3-month workshop focused on the traditional Nigerian art of adire making. Led by our founder and chairperson, Mrs. Funmi Falana, SAN, this workshop
