By Ali Rabiu Ali Gwaram
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) marked World Creativity and Innovation Day and International Girls in ICT Day with a special event on Thursday, bringing together participants from various Kano communities to highlight the connection between global innovation, technological progress, and empowering girls and women in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT).
The event featured a sensitization session led by Kano-based journalist Mariya Shuaibu Suleiman and gender activist Hadiza Yusuf, who delivered a thought-provoking discussion titled “Empowering Female Leaders in the Digital Age: Overcoming Challenges and Seizing Opportunities.”
The session explored the unique challenges faced by women in ICT and offered strategies to overcome them, inspiring participants to pursue careers in the sector.
Engr. Kamalu Umaru, representing CITAD’s Executive Director, emphasized the center’s commitment to exposing participants to various ICT sector career opportunities and encouraging them to explore this vast field.
“We celebrate the power of creativity and innovation, especially when it fuels the advancement of women in ICT,” Umaru said. “By fostering a more inclusive digital space, we unlock the full potential of our society.”
Mariya Shuaibu Suleiman and Hadiza Yusuf highlighted the achievements of women in tech while acknowledging the ongoing challenges.
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“There are incredible women making waves in the tech industry, but we still face barriers,” they said. “Events like these are crucial for encouraging young girls to pursue careers in ICT and for shaping a future where women are recognized leaders in this field.”
Participants expressed their appreciation to CITAD for its continuous support of the Girls in ICT initiative and commended the sensitization lecture for providing a window into the realities of working in the ICT sector.
The event served as a platform for raising awareness about the importance of girls’ participation in ICT and fostering a more inclusive digital future.
By bridging the digital gender gap, we can unlock the full potential of our society and create a brighter future for all.
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