Leadership as an Imperative - Redefining participation & inclusion: Lessons & insights from industry leaders

​The Student Leader Launchpad is a Project Yellow Card initiative designed to challenge the growing disengagement and apathy among students in higher education regarding seeking leadership roles and active participation in their communities. Through a series of interactive workshops and panel discussions, the Launchpad fosters direct engagement with industry and thought leaders. These sessions provide students with valuable insights on leadership across diverse sectors and settings, equipping them with the leadership and participation skills necessary to thrive in today's world.

​Confirmed speakers include: Jade Oyateru, Co-Founder & COO, Uncover Skincare; Ferdinand Adimefe, Founder/CEO, Magic Carpet Studios; Chinonyerem Opara, Senior Brand Manager, Dettol; Ijeoma Nkiruka Onwordi, Head, Corporate Services, Tetracore Energy Group; Christian 'Igbo Wolf' Obi, Actor/Content Creator; Tolulope Adeleru-Balogun, Head of Programmes, News Central TV

​About Project Yellow Card

​Project Yellow Card is a long-lasting step towards African Women on Board's (AWB) goal of empowering and inspiring the next generation of leaders. AWB is paving the way for success for young men and women by implementing a comprehensive and all-encompassing three-pronged approach. Our commitment includes giving university students the financial support they need to reach their full potential, supporting gender equality programs that make the futures of young men and women more equal, and enhancing the agency and leadership skills of young women.