Union Bank Marks International Women’s Month With Inclusion Campaign

Union Bank of Nigeria has launched an inclusion-focused campaign to mark International Women’s Month 2026.

According to the bank, the initiative, themed “Give to Gain: Creating Pathways for Inclusion and Endless Opportunities,” places special emphasis on women living with disabilities and those raising children with disabilities, aiming to expand opportunities for social and economic participation.

The bank said the campaign aligns with the global theme “Give to Gain,” highlighting the importance of deliberate support systems that enable women with disabilities to thrive in education, entrepreneurship and career development.

As part of activities scheduled throughout March, the bank will host a flagship engagement at The Stable, its multipurpose venue in Surulere, Lagos. The event will bring together women with disabilities, caregivers, advocacy groups and other stakeholders for dialogue, mentorship and resource sharing.

Union Bank said the gathering is designed to amplify the experiences of women with disabilities while providing practical guidance, networking opportunities and support mechanisms to enhance their economic and social inclusion.

The bank will also undertake outreach programmes to disability support centres and collaborate with educational institutions to distribute learning materials to female students with disabilities.

In addition, participants will benefit from mentorship programmes aimed at strengthening confidence and building capacity in education, entrepreneurship and career development.

Through its women-focused banking proposition, Alpher, and other strategic partnerships, the bank said it will deliver business sustainability training tailored for women living with disabilities and women raising children with disabilities.

Internally, Union Bank will also activate WeHub, its employee-led women’s network, to promote a more inclusive corporate culture and support professional growth for women across the organisation.

Speaking on the initiative, the bank’s Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, Olufunmilola Aluko, said the campaign reflects the institution’s belief that inclusion must be intentional.

She noted that while conversations around women’s empowerment have grown globally, women living with disabilities and women raising children with disabilities are often excluded from such discussions.

According to her, the “Give to Gain” theme underscores the value created when access, support and opportunities are deliberately extended to women who face additional social and economic barriers.

The bank said its International Women’s Month programme demonstrates its resolve to deepen inclusion and ensure that more women — particularly those historically marginalised — have access to opportunities to contribute meaningfully to their communities and the wider economy.