Lafarge Africa’s New Initiative ‘Girls In Tech’ Aims To Close The Gender Gap

Lafarge Africa Plc has recently launched the Girls in Tech Program to foster a new generation of female innovators. 

The program seeks to diminish the gender disparities within the tech industry by focusing on empowering young women from host communities in Cross River State, Nigeria.

Bridging the Gender Gap in Tech

The Girls in Tech Program is designed to provide vital skills and opportunities to ten young women aged 18-25. 

By introducing them to the technology world, Lafarge Africa aims to create an environment where these women can become self-reliant and influential problem-solvers within their communities.

There is also involvement from notable partners like Aptech, Arena Multimedia, and The Bridge Leadership Foundation.

“As an organization, people are an integral part of our sustainability drive, and we are invested in building lasting progress by empowering members of our host communities,” said Plant Manager of Lafarge Africa Plc, Sotirios Valsamakis.

“We also recognize the need for greater and greener diversity and inclusivity within the tech sector.”

Collaboration and Support from the Community

The recent onboarding event in Calabar highlighted the community’s and government’s support for the program. 

Dignitaries, including Sotirios Valsamakis and representatives from the Cross Rivers State government, demonstrated that the initiative aligns with the region’s broader goal of technological advancement.