The African CleanUp Initiative (ACI), in strategic partnership with CSR-in-Action Advocacy, has announced the Women SDG Advocates Conference (WSAC) 2026, themed ‘Give to Gain: Empowering Women Through Shared Action.’
The hybrid conference, scheduled for March 11, 2026, will take place at The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Commerce House, Lagos. It is expected to convene more than 200 women leaders advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across communities, business and the public sector.
Organisers have also unveiled the Conference Committee, which will provide strategic oversight and drive stakeholder engagement ahead of the event. The committee is chaired by Dr. Bekeme Masade-Olowola, Group Chief Executive of CSR-in-Action, alongside Victoria Uwadoka, Corporate Communications, Public Affairs and Sustainability Lead at Nestlé Nigeria. Other members include Titilope Oguntuga, Director of Sustainability at IHS Towers, and Bukola Adeoye, Executive Director, Corporate Services, SystemSpecs Holdings Limited.
Positioned as a high-level strategic convening, WSAC 2026 will assemble women leaders, entrepreneurs, civil society actors, development practitioners and corporate stakeholders committed to accelerating SDG implementation. Commemorating International Women’s Day 2026, the conference is designed to catalyse partnerships, inspire shared responsibility and promote scalable, measurable solutions.
The theme reflects the value of collaboration, highlighting how collective contributions can amplify voices, strengthen outcomes and drive meaningful impact for women and communities.
Alexander Akhigbe, founder and chief executive of ACI, described the initiative as a strategic investment in sustainable development. “Empowering women is not charity; it is a global strategy for sustainable development. When women SDG advocates rise together, they unlock opportunities that transform communities and nations,” he said.
The programme will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, spotlight sessions and interactive workshops covering funding access, strategic partnerships, advocacy, digital innovation and impact measurement. Structured networking and partnership clinics will further support collaboration and accountability.
Dr. Masade-Olowola emphasised the importance of disciplined execution. “Progress on sustainability and the SDGs requires clear priorities, delivery-focused partnerships and rigorous measurement. WSAC 2026 will spotlight proven women-led solutions while equipping participants with practical tools to strengthen results beyond the event,” she noted.
Oreoluwa Finnih, special adviser on Sustainable Development Goals and Investment (SDGI) to the Lagos State Governor, will deliver a special keynote address, while Eunice Akhigbe will serve as Master of Ceremonies. The event will be held physically at LCCI, with virtual participation available. Zenera Consulting is among the supporting partners.
