CSW69, New York (2025)
Vivacity Development successfully hosted its CSW69 event, Empowering Her: Women and the Future of Work, on March 17, 2025, at the ILR Conference Space, Manhattan, New York, USA. The event brought together stakeholders, thought leaders, and advocates to address pressing issues surrounding women’s participation in the economy and the evolving world of work.
Mission and Vision:
Vivacity Development is committed to creating long-lasting solutions to social issues affecting women through innovation and collaboration. The organization envisions a resilient and sustainable world where women are valued and empowered in every facet of society.
Event Objectives:
Event Objectives:
The event focused on:
– Advocating for policies that promote women’s advancement in the workforce.
– Implementing actionable commitments to protect women’s involvement in the future of work.
– Promoting gender equality, digital inclusion, and economic empowerment.
Notable Attendees/Speakers:
Notable speakers and panelists included:
– Anuli Aniebo (Executive Director, HEIR Women Hub)
– Erin Bagniewski (Executive Director, Africa Strong)
– Anna Nerezuva (Principal Consultant, Data Analytics, ANY Analytics)
– Kehinde Adelaja Okoroafor (Founder, Make Mee Elegant Foundation/Young Widows Mites & CEO, NextLevel Hair Manufacturer)
– Roslyn Jin (Partner, Antier)
– Precious L. Williams (CEO, Perfect Pitch Group)
– Amb. Dr. IJ Uche Ezeala (Chief Executive Officer Without Walls, Canada)
– Natasha Bond-Walker (Founder, Peoples Ops Strategies)
– Abby Leman (Founding Team Member and Board of Directors, Photo Start)
– Dr. Kelly Zongo (Senior Director, Programs, The END Fund)
– Jessie Young (Chief Operating Officer, Nivoda)
– Sage Streeter (Founding Partner, SVRN Ventures)
– Shintel Green (CEO, Nurses R Us)
– Rose Biedron (Co-founder, House Call The App)
– Serah Drake (Founder and CEO, herARTS in Action)
– Laura Peria (Founder, She is the Universe)
– Melissa Tittl (Founder/CEO, Hathor Studios)
Keynote Speaker and Hosts:
– Keynote Speaker: Eng. Shedrack Agbo
– Hosts: Achalu David (Lead Consultant, ProjectPro Partner) and Diana Agu (Managing Director, Curain Healthcare Services)
– Event Conveyor: Olukemi Ann-Melody Areola (CEO, Vivacity Development/PR)
Key Highlights:
The engaging sessions featured:
– Thought-provoking discussions on training and education.
– Interactive workshops on innovation development and community engagement.
– Shared experiences centered around equipping women with the skills needed to succeed in green jobs, digital technology, and innovation.