In a bid to improve the lives of women across Lagos State, Karis and Eleos Hand of Hope Foundation has announced the launch of the second edition of its women empowerment programme themed: ‘Catalyst for Change 2.0,’ an initiative funded by the Coca-Cola Foundation.
The press briefing had in attendance members of the media, the Coca-Cola System leadership and key stakeholders including Nwamaka Onyemelukwe, director, public affairs, communications and sustainability; Uche Ogbonna, senior manager, social impact strategy for Africa operating unit, the Coca-Cola Company; Ifeyinwa Ejindu, communications manager, Coca-Cola Nigeria Limited; Jerome Oyebanji, public affairs and communications manager, Nigerian Bottling Company; community heads and women leaders from the five project locations, alongside other corporate guests.
Karis and Eleos Hand of Hope Foundation is a non-profit organisation with a focus on empowering women and girls, especially those living in rural communities with no access to opportunities.
Founder/programme director, Karis & Eleos Hand of Hope Foundation, Bukola Bamiduro, emphasised the importance of the ‘Catalyst For Change 2.0’ project, stating its role in ensuring the empowerment of underserved women and youth in Nigeria.
“We are proud to continue this impactful programme and make a meaningful contribution to the lives of more women and girls in the country. We extend our gratitude to the Coca-Cola Foundation who has remained steadfast in its commitment to this project,” she said.
Director, public affairs and communications, Nigerian Bottling Company, Ekuma Eze, represented at the press conference by Jerome Oyebanji, public affairs and communications manager, Nigerian Bottling Company added, “We are delighted to continue what has been a fruitful partnership with Karis and Eleos Hand of Hope Foundation. Poverty alleviation and women and youth empowerment remain key priorities for the Coca-Cola System in Nigeria. The catalyst for change programme was developed to ensure that these key areas are addressed in the communities we call home and we are truly proud of the results achieved so far.”
As part of plans for a successful edition, Catalyst for Change 2.0 will extend to women and youths in communities across Surulere, Alausa/Agidingbi, Ijora, Agege and Onigbongbo in Lagos State for a 10-month period starting October 4, 2021.
Source: leadership