Amidst a global landscape marred by gender disparities, Alice Apostoly is leading the charge towards gender equality. As the co-founder of the Gender in Geopolitics Institute, she embodies resilience, determination, and a commitment to dismantling barriers obstructing women’s advancement.
Alice’s advocacy for gender equality stems from her recognition of the systemic hurdles confronting women worldwide. Motivated by the urgent need for change, she embarked on a mission to empower women from diverse backgrounds, fostering a sense of empowerment and agency among them. Through her strategic leadership, Alice mobilizes women to participate actively in decision-making processes, challenging traditional norms and systems perpetuating gender disparities.
Central to Alice’s approach is the belief that inclusivity is paramount in crafting policies that cater to the multifaceted needs of society. By advocating for gender-focused policies and inclusion in government, she strives to create more inclusive, equitable, and effective governance systems. Her efforts extend beyond mere advocacy to tangible action, driving measurable progress towards Sustainable Development Goal #5: gender equality.
Credo CEO Awele Okigbo stated, “It’s hard to change behaviour, but even harder to change a mindset. We’re all socialized a certain way, some cultures differently, some, depending on the demographics, the age. So, there’s a reset that needs to happen of how we think and how we address gender. Listen to the full episode on Spotify. To learn more about the Gender in Geopolitics Institute, visit https://igg-geo.org/en/ and follow on LinkedIn, X.
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