*******Int’l Day of the Girl Child: Sozo Women Foundation Inspires Girls to Become Change Makers.
By Victor Bieni, Abuja
Sozo Women Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young girls as active change makers through an inspiring celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child 2025, held on October 17, 2025, at L.E.A Primary School, Galadimawa, Abuja.
The event, themed “The Girl I Am, The Change I Lead,” brought together pupils, teachers, parents, and other stakeholders to celebrate the strength, creativity, and leadership potential of girls. The programme featured interactive sessions, motivational talks, and engaging activities aimed at inspiring girls to lead positive change in their communities.
Speaking during the event, the Founder and Executive Director of Sozo Women Foundation, Joyce Ogochukwu Nsaka, reiterated the organisation’s dedication to equipping girls with the confidence, knowledge, and opportunities needed to make meaningful contributions to society. She emphasized that empowering girls to lead change begins with creating safe and inclusive environments where their voices are respected and amplified.
Members of Sozo Woman Foundation , including Patience Soribe, Dorcas Isaac, and others delivered inspiring messages that encouraged pupils to believe in themselves and take active roles in shaping their futures.
Highlights of the celebration included the distribution of educational materials and symbolic gifts to pupils, reinforcing Sozo Women Foundation’s commitment to promoting continuous learning and self-development.
The event reflected the foundation’s broader vision of promoting inclusive governance, human rights, and sustainable opportunities for women and girls across Nigeria.
By marking the International Day of the Girl Child, Sozo Women Foundation emphasized the importance of investing in girls’ education and leadership — essential steps toward building a society where every girl can thrive and lead change.