Leadership Accelerator Programme for Young African Women
The Leadership Accelerator Programme is an initiative that seeks to rewrite the narrative, bridging the chasm, and ushering African women into the realm of leadership.
Since its
inception in 2022
The Leadership Accelerator Programme (LAP) has empowered three cohorts of mid-level career African women with the tools and resources needed for leadership excellence
This dynamic program, a collaboration between WILAN Global and the LEAP Leadership Institute, focuses on bridging the gap and ushering African women into leadership roles across diverse sectors.
Program Structure
The LAP provides young women aged 21-35 a robust platform for substantial professional and personal growth over a three-month period.
Guided by experienced female trailblazers, participants address themes like identity and self-leadership, financial literacy, and effective communication and leadership, ensuring they are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
The program includes:
A Bootcamp
Book reviews
Personalized engagement with mentors
Journey-sharing sessions
A final close-out panel event celebrating the achievements and progress of participants.
Benefits of our Mentorship Cohorts
The mentorship provided through the LAP has proven to be highly effective, with mentors offering valuable guidance and support that participants have successfully utilized to reach their goals.
Participants have consistently reported high levels of satisfaction with the mentorship component, finding it instrumental in achieving their personal and professional goals. The quality of mentor-mentee relationships has been praised for clear communication, with many participants feeling well-understood and supported throughout their journey.
Key milestones achieved and benefits experienced by participants during the mentorship
Registration of
businesses
Creation of organizational structures
Increased confidence in professional settings.
Enhanced personal branding
Successful applications to postgraduate programs
Intentional career planning
