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Lafarge Africa Launches Tech Programme To Bridge Gender Gap

by Olushola Bello
1 year ago
in Business
Lafarge Africa
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Recognising the underrepresentation of women in the technology sector, Lafarge Africa Plc has launched the Girls in Tech Program, a pioneering initiative aimed at empowering young women in technology.

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Meticulously crafted to bridge the gender gap in tech and empower 10 young females between the ages of 18 to 25 years from Lafarge Africa Host communities in Cross River State, this programme is poised to make a significant impact in the region.

The Girls in Tech Programme seeks to harness the unique talents of these young women and introduce them to the dynamic world of technology. By providing them with essential skills and opportunities, the initiative aspires to equip them to become self-reliant as well as problem solvers in society.

In collaboration with Aptech and Arena Multimedia, as well as The Bridge Leadership Foundation, this boot camp promises to be a transformative experience for the participating girls, who are eager to make their mark in the tech industry.

Speaking during the onboarding to flag-off the program held in Calabar on April 5, 2024, the Plant manager, Lafarge Africa, Sotirios Valsamakis, who was represented by the human resources business partner, Lafarge Africa, Barong Ita, revealed that, the programme is in line with the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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She also added that the initiative is designed to ignite a spark of inspiration, hope, and possibilities in the heart of the selected girls across the host communities.

“As an organisation, people are an integral part of our sustainability drive, and we are invested in building lasting progress by empowering members of our host communities.

We also recognize the need for greater and greener diversity and inclusivity within the tech sector. Today’s event is about challenging stereotypes,” Valsamakis said.

 

Also speaking at the event, the Cross Rivers State commissioner for Science, Innovation & Technology, Justin Beshel represented by technical senior advisor, Cross Rivers State Ministry of Science & Technology, Edwin Adie commended Lafarge Africa for the initiative adding that it is in line with the State government’s plan towards science, technology and innovation development.

 

Beshel said: “We like to appreciate Lafarge for onboarding the girls in the tech program because it is in tandem to what we believe in and we are happy to see Lafarge as a partner in driving our people to getting this opportunity.”

 

The commissioner for Women Affairs, Hon. Edeme Erom commended Lafarge Africa for investing in the girl child, saying, “gender equality is a cross-cutting issue that affects all the 17 SDG goals. This Girls in Tech onboarding program can be leveraged to deliver a transformative impact in our society and in our state.”

 

Some of the beneficiaries expressed appreciation to Lafarge Africa for the opportunity while pledging to take the six months’ program seriously as well as replicate the knowledge acquired in other girls in their communities.

 

 


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