When we started The Leading Woman Show, our mission was simple: make big policy conversations accessible to everyone, not just those in boardrooms or at the top of government.
Each episode became a space where leading women and policymakers unpacked how policies affect real lives, and shared ideas on how to make them better.
Now, all those powerful ideas have been distilled into one resource: The Leading Woman Show Policy Compendium.
Why This Matters Now
Nigeria’s policy landscape faces three stubborn challenges:
- Inconsistency – Long-term development suffers when priorities keep shifting.
- Elite Capture – Too many decisions are shaped by too few voices.
- Exclusion – Women, youth, and marginalized communities are often left out of the room.
The compendium was created to address these realities. It takes the complexity out of policy conversations, replacing walls of jargon with clarity and practical steps for inclusion.
What’s Inside the Compendium
Across nine briefs, you’ll find:
- Governance and development priorities discussed on The Leading Woman Show
- Expert-backed recommendations from policymakers, researchers, and practitioners
- Real-world relevance — each brief is rooted in ongoing policy debates in Nigeria
- A roadmap for inclusion so that policy works for everyone, not just the privileged few
Some of the topics covered include gender-responsive budgeting, strengthening health systems, and improving youth participation in governance.
One of the unique strengths of The Leading Woman Show is its ability to bridge the gap between everyday citizens and the people making decisions. The compendium builds on that by ensuring that the ideas discussed don’t just stay in conversation they can be picked up, cited, and acted upon by anyone who cares about Nigeria’s future.
Your Role in This
Whether you’re a policymaker looking for fresh insights, a civil society leader advocating for change, or simply someone who wants to understand how decisions are made, this is for you.
We believe better policy starts with informed citizens, and informed citizens start with accessible information.
Download the Policy Brief Compendium today and be part of building a more inclusive, accountable Nigeria.
