WLEDE recently held a high-impact engagement with Equity Bank Uganda to explore opportunities for partnership aimed at empowering Uganda’s women and youth leaders. The discussions centered on combining WLEDE’s expertise in leadership development with Equity Bank’s established community initiatives to drive sustainable change across the country.

Envisioning Collaboration Through the Equity Leaders Program

The potential partnership includes collaboration on Equity Bank Uganda’s Equity Leaders Program, which identifies top-performing students from the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) and supports their growth through mentorship, university sponsorship, and employment opportunities. During the meeting, WLEDE shared insights on how their gender-focused leadership training could complement this program, helping to shape confident, skilled leaders ready to make meaningful contributions to society.

Shared Goals for Women and Youth Empowerment

The discussions highlighted shared goals that would guide future partnership initiatives:

1. Empowering Through Financial Literacy and Skills Development
   By leveraging WLEDE’s resources in leadership and Equity Bank’s commitment to financial education, the potential collaboration could bring workshops aimed at increasing financial literacy and economic independence for women and youth leaders.
2. Leadership Training for a New Generation
   WLEDE’s involvement could offer specialized leadership modules for Equity Leaders Program participants, preparing young people with essential skills to excel both in their careers and communities.
3. Sustained Community Impact
   Both organizations envision creating a framework for long-term programs that will continue empowering women and youth, ensuring a legacy of change that extends beyond individual initiatives.

This initial meeting set the stage for a promising partnership, with both WLEDE and Equity Bank Uganda aligned on a mission to strengthen Uganda’s leadership landscape for generations to come.