SHE RISES GLOBAL INAUGURAL SUMMIT 2027

THE DECLARATION

**The She Rises Global Inaugural Summit — The Declaration** is a national gathering bringing together women, young leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, policymakers, creatives, organisations and changemakers for a powerful experience centred on **Purpose, Impact, Leadership and Legacy.**

**ABOUT THE SUMMIT**

The She Rises Global Inaugural Summit — _The Declaration_ is a national convening designed to bring together approximately **600 participants** from government, the corporate sector, civil society, development organisations, entrepreneurship, media, creative industries and the wider She Rises community.

The Summit is designed to be more than a conference. It is an experience that moves participants from **reflection to learning, connection to action, and purpose to impact.**

Through thought-provoking conversations, leadership experiences, enterprise opportunities, networking and storytelling, _The Declaration_ will create a space for participants to explore what it means to lead with purpose and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria's future.

**WHAT TO EXPECT** ------------------

The Summit will feature:

1. Keynote addresses from distinguished leaders 2. A high-level panel conversation on women's leadership and meaningful change 3. Interactive leadership experiences 4. Conversations with accomplished women 5. Creative performances 6. The She Rises Leadership Academy experience 7. Recognition of She Rises Leadership Academy alumni 8. The She Rises 20 / Founding Arise Fellows 9. The She Rises Marketplace 10. Networking and enterprise opportunities 11. The Declaration — She Rises Global's strategic commitments for the future

**THE SHE RISES 20**

### **20 Women. 6 Zones. One Declaration.**

At the heart of the Summit is **The She Rises 20 / Founding Arise Fellows**, an initiative through which 20 women and girls from across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones will be identified and supported through targeted interventions based on their individual needs, aspirations and areas of impact.

The initiative reflects She Rises Global's commitment to moving beyond conversations about women's empowerment towards **tangible investment in women and girls who are already creating change.**

**THE SHE RISES MARKETPLACE**

The Summit will feature the **She Rises Marketplace**, a curated space showcasing:

1. Women-led businesses 2. Entrepreneurs 3. Creatives and artists 4. Social enterprises 5. NGOs and CSOs 6. Partner organisations 7. Innovative products and services

The Marketplace will create opportunities for **visibility, enterprise, collaboration and connection** between exhibitors and Summit participants.

**WHO SHOULD ATTEND?**

The Declaration is designed for:

1. Women entrepreneurs and business owners 2. Young women and emerging leaders 3. Professionals and executives 4. Government representatives and policymakers 5. Corporate organisations 6. Development organisations 7. NGOs and civil society organisations 8. Creatives and media professionals 9. Students and young professionals 10. Community leaders and changemakers 11. Men and women who support women's leadership and development

**WHY ATTEND?**

The Declaration is an opportunity to:

**Learn** — Gain practical insights on leadership, purpose, enterprise and impact.

**Connect** — Meet women, leaders, organisations, entrepreneurs and potential collaborators.

**Discover** — Explore businesses, initiatives and opportunities through the She Rises Marketplace.

**Be Inspired** — Hear from people who are building, leading and creating meaningful change.

**Take Action** — Move from inspiration to practical commitments and meaningful action.

**ABOUT SHE RISES GLOBAL**

**She Rises Global Ltd.** is a Nigerian-founded women's empowerment organisation committed to equipping women and girls with the knowledge, opportunities, networks and resources they need to lead, build sustainable livelihoods and create meaningful impact.

Through leadership development, entrepreneurship, wellbeing, advocacy, strategic partnerships and community-building, She Rises Global is working towards a future where women are equipped to lead, build and shape the future.

**ORGANISER**

**She Rises Global Ltd.**

**Email:** Sherisesgloballtd@gmail.com

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**Phone:** +234 9035305027

**Location:** Abuja, Nigeria

**Venue:** Central Abuja — exact venue to be announced

**Venue details:** Registered attendees will receive the full venue address via email before the event.