ABOUT US
Isa Wali Empowerment Initiative (IWEI) is a non-governmental, non-profit organisation founded as a family legacy foundation in honour of the late Ambassador Isa Wali. Registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission in Abuja, Nigeria in November 2009 (Certificate No. 856560), IWEI was established to continue a tradition of public service and commitment to justice, equity, and social progress.
At its core, IWEI works to advance gender justice through the legal empowerment of women and girls so they can understand, claim, and shape the rights and opportunities that affect their lives. We believe that when women and girls have access to justice, and the ability to participate meaningfully in economic life, they are better positioned to thrive and contribute to their communities.
Our Vision
Young women and Girls across Nigeria have enhanced voice, agency and lead fulfilled lives.
Our Mission
Equipping young women and girls with information, knowledge and skills to become financially independent, have confidence and actively contribute in their communities.
About Amb. Isa Wali
“Please don’t call me a Northerner, I prefer to be described as a Nigerian.” Interview with Susan Cronje, African Horizon, 1960
“This country too, cannot….afford to leave half of our population unproductive. The religion of Islam itself does not condone such extravagance.” The Nigerian Citizen, August 4, 1956
“Islam has secured equal rights for men and women in various fields of endeavor. They were given complete freedom to claim and pursue those rights: the right of existence, the right of opinion, the right of action and the right of belief” The Nigerian Citizen, July 18,1995
His Legacy
The late Ambassador Isa Wali was a diplomat and a visionary who was deeply committed to the progress of his community and the empowerment of its people. His life was characterized by a profound sense of justice, a passion for education, and an unwavering belief in the potential of every individual, especially the marginalized.
Ambassador Isa Wali was known for his advocacy for the rights of women and children, often challenging societal norms that hindered their growth and development. He believed that for any society to truly prosper, its women and girls must be educated, empowered, and given equal opportunities to contribute to nation-building.
The Foundation
Inspired by his ideals and in a bid to keep his dreams alive, his family established the Isa Wali Empowerment Initiative (IWEI). The organization serves as a vehicle to continue the work he started—championing gender justice, providing educational support, and creating economic pathways for the most vulnerable in society.
Since its inception in 2009, IWEI has remained dedicated to transforming lives through innovative programs that address the root causes of poverty and inequality. By focusing on quality education, legal protection, and livelihood support, the initiative honors the memory of a man whose legacy continues to light the path for thousands of young women and girls across Nigeria.
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