The Women of Might (WOM) organisation celebrated its second anniversary with a vibrant event, showcasing two years of empowering women and shaping futures through personal growth, skill development, and collaborative success across diverse communities.
The initiative, founded by Bevlyn Ogbekene, has grown into a thriving community dedicated to helping women change the narrative, prioritize growth, and support one another without competition.
With the theme, “Two Years of Impact: Empowering Women, Shaping the Future”, the event brought together women from various sectors, while it also featured personal testimonies and the launch of products made by women trained through WOM’s skill acquisition programs.
Kemi Shonubi, Director of People, Culture, Experience and Operations at TVC Communications, delivered the keynote speech, emphasizing the deeper meaning of financial independence. “Financial independence is about more than money. It’s about being able to make decisions and live life on your own terms,” she said. Shonubi noted that true empowerment allows women to care for their families and pursue their dreams without limitation.
She shared personal anecdotes that illustrated the real-life impact of financial dependence, including missing family events or putting plans on hold. “These are painful reminders that our economic situations can sometimes limit our lives,” she stated. Shonubi also touched on the often-overlooked influence women have on their children, stressing that empowered mothers raise empowered generations.
In her reflections on empowerment, Shonubi urged women not to define success solely by external achievements.
“It’s about finding your voice, making choices, and lifting others as you rise,” she said. “Women are nation-builders, community-shapers, and family pillars. We must start acknowledging the power in that.”
Mental health advocate Emem Ime Okwoche, during her session, spoke on emotional wellness and personal healing. She encouraged women to seek help, prioritize self-care, and practice daily affirmations. “Healing begins when we unlearn toxic beliefs and replace them with affirming truths,” she said. She also highlighted the importance of setting boundaries and modeling healthy self-respect, especially for one’s children.
Okwoche shared practical mental health tips, such as creating personal space to recharge, getting adequate sleep, avoiding excessive sugar, and reducing screen time. “We need to treat our minds and bodies with kindness,” she said, urging women to make wellness a daily priority.
Ese Ayaebene, counseling psychologist and founder of Slay at Home Mom, gave a stirring talk on self-worth. She challenged women to stop tying their value to achievements or possessions. “True worth lies in who you are , not in what you own or how much you’ve accomplished,” she said.
Ayaebene emphasized the importance of knowing one’s value and using it to positively impact others.
The event also showcased the work of beneficiaries from the foundation’s skill acquisition programs. Many women had been trained in areas like soap making, perfume production, and makeup artistry. Their products were launched and displayed, symbolising the new beginning and financial hope.
One of the beneficiaries, Abisoye, shared how WOM transformed her life: “I joined this community two years ago, and it gave me a platform to thrive. I discovered my strength as a moderator, gained visibility, and started getting paid for my skills. I’m so grateful for the support I received.”
Another beneficiary spoke about her growing business, “I started making soap and perfume at home. My family loved the results, and now I want to start selling. I believe this is the beginning of something big for me.”
With two years of impact and several stories, Women of Might reiterated that the organisation will continually be a beacon of strength, growth, and purpose for women ready to redefine their futures.