Future Shakers Initiative

We are really delighted to have confirmed as one of our esteemed mentors for the Women in Leadership (WIL) Program 2026 (Cohort 2) 💫

Faith Ilori is an innovative strategist committed to expanding women’s access to growth and opportunities through education and enterprise.

Just like our theme for this year’s cohort , she embodies the mindset and skill sets that move initiatives from idea to traction.

We look forward to the immense value she’s going to add to the cohort! 🎉

It means so much for us to unveil as one of our invaluable mentors for the Women in Leadership (WIL) Program 2026 (Cohort 2) 🤗

Rafiat Atanda is an outstanding communicator with a penchant for solution-driven initiatives that empower young women across the world.

With her track record and experience working in the corporate and development sectors, she looks forward to helping participants navigate complexities as the next generation of African women leaders.

Let’s do this, Rafiat! 💫

It’s a great pleasure for us to introduce as one of our distinguished mentors for the Women in Leadership (WIL) Program 2026 (Cohort 2) 🎉

Vestine, as fondly called, is a Microsoft AI and Cybersecurity Engineer with a knack for woman excellence! She continually commits her time, energy and resources towards mentoring young adolescents and women in tech across communities in Kenya and Africa.

With Vestine, we are genuinely excited about what this cohort is going to experience with her in their corner.

Impact is not a promise, it is proof 🔥

The Women in Leadership (WIL) Program 2025 (inaugural cohort) was more than a program, it was a measurable shift in how young women think, lead, and create change across communities.

From 32 young women across 4 countries to real leadership roles, community projects, and global fellowships, the numbers tell a powerful story, but the transformation goes deeper.

A shift from awareness to strategy.
From hesitation to action.
From self-doubt to self-trust.
This is what happens when leadership is intentional, structured, and community-driven.

This is the "WIL Impact Story", and this is only the beginning.