Advancing gender equity in media by equipping female journalists to rise, lead, and shape the stories that matter.
Promoting excellence among female journalists through quality training and mentoring
To Develop leadership capacity of female journalists, provide mentoring support, networking opportunities and guidance for young media professionals.
Equipping women journalists with the skills and confidence to take on editorial and executive roles.
Workshops, fellowships, and practical learning experiences that strengthen investigative and reporting expertise.
Championing gender-sensitive newsroom structures and fair professional advancement systems.
Actively engaging female journalists across Nigeria’s South-South and South-East regions.
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Diverse leadership strengthens accountability.
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Inclusive newsrooms tell fuller stories.
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Empowered women elevate industry standards.
Prof. R. N. Amadi obtained his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mass Communication from the Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu, Nigeria in 2013.The erudite professor has several productive works to his name, which includes; over 30 national journals, over 20 foreign journals, edited and written several chapters in research books.
Ann Godwin is a multiple award-winning investigative journalist renowned for courageous, high-impact, public interest reporting. Godwin holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication from Imo State University and a Master’s degree in Media and Communication Studies from Rivers State University.
She is the Founder of Step-Up for Women in Journalism Initiative (SWIJ).
Aniefon Dick is the Secretary of Step Up for Women In Journalism Initiative, where she is committed to ensuring the smooth and effective running of the organization. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for structure, she plays a vital role in keeping the organization focused and functional.
Lekan Otufodunrin is a vastly experienced multimedia journalist, communication expert, and media career development specialist.
Presently, the Executive Director of Media Career Development Network, Nigeria’s top media training, coaching, mentoring, and counselling organisation, he was former Managing Editor and Sunday Editor of The Nation Newspapers.
Esther Obialor is a seasoned communication professional and media leader with over two decades of cross-sector experience spanning journalism, corporate communication, administration, and healthcare services across Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
SWIJ was founded by Ann Godwin, a distinguished investigative journalist whose career has been marked by courage, excellence, and impact. SWIJ represents a call to action ; for institutions, partners, and media professionals to invest intentionally in women’s leadership.
Whether you are a journalist seeking growth, an organization committed to equity, or a partner ready to drive impact ; there is a place for you in this movement.
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