In honour of International Women’s Day, some of our extraordinary female leaders in Central West Africa Region who come from different backgrounds and fields share some inspirational advice and insights.
Dive deep into their message and learn more about how they are embracing equity in their field of work.
Make equity our daily reality.
Let's put equity at the heart of everything we do in the workplace and beyond. It's a key game changer and the right thing to do. Regardless of your position or gender, do not hesitate to challenge gender stereotypes, speak out against discrimination, call attention to biases and seek inclusion. This is how we will become stronger and better as individuals, teams, and companies.
For me, fairness is in everything we do. Let's continue to have that equity within our culture. Let's be champions of equityFatou Diop NGOM, National Sales Manager, Nestlé Côte d’Ivoire.
More Women = Healthy Organization
Empowered women contribute to a better working environment. Research shows that women have the ability to build relationships, and this motivates and inspires employees and ultimately contributes to a higher-performing organization.
As a female, I have to believe that I can do it. It always starts with you as an individualFridah Muchina Human Resources Director, Nestlé Central and West Africa Region
Work Hard
My grandmother was my biggest inspiration, she always reminded me to work hard and prove myself so I could be independent and fulfilled. She joked that if she was able to run a business while being illiterate, then I was capable of everything I put my mind to. I credit her with building my self-confidence and encouraging me to always be the best version of myself.
Keep learning!
There is no end to learning. To get ahead in your career, you always have to keep learning by upgrading your skills and constantly adding to what you know.
Read a book, find articles online and keep learning. This is how you get ahead in your fieldOreoluwa Adekoya Head of Customer Supply Chain, Nestlé Central and West Africa Region
Find your support system
To give your best, you need a support system you can rely on. It could be family, friends, mentors, etc. Invest into this support system. You will need it to build your resilience, to fully take advantage of opportunities and to keep up your best.
You will need a support system, identify it and invest into itSardia Battuta-Dawlah Regional Application Group Manager, Nestlé Central and West Africa Region
