ARISE Women 2026 · Unstoppable Impact

Raising Women.
Restoring Hope.
Transforming Communities.

ARISE is a faith-based humanitarian initiative empowering women, improving access to healthcare, alleviating poverty and developing communities across Nigeria. Join us this weekend.

About ARISE

Faith translated into practical action that transforms lives

Through annual conferences, leadership platforms, vocational training, medical outreach and community development projects, ARISE creates sustainable opportunities for women, children and vulnerable people across Nigeria.

ARISE is more than an annual conference. It is a platform for humanitarian service, women’s empowerment, healthcare access, leadership development and community transformation.

2,000+

women in a five-week practical skills programme in 2026

7

core areas of impact, from maternal healthcare to clean water

Saturday, 31st October 2026 · 7:00 AM

ARISE Walk for Life 2026

Healthier women, stronger communities, greater impact. The walk promotes health, unity, women’s empowerment and community impact across Lagos.

For Women For Families For a Brighter Future

The approved route

Start point

Oriental Hotel Grand Ballroom, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Route

Oriental Hotel → Lekki Toll Gate area → Admiralty Way → Lekki–Ikoyi Link Bridge.

Iconic photo spot

Group photography on the Lekki–Ikoyi Link Bridge, with the cable-stayed pylon and ARISE-branded boats on the water behind.

Turnaround point

A U-turn at the midpoint of the bridge, then back along the Lekki axis to Oriental Hotel.

Distance

Approx. 7–8 km

ARISE Walk for Life participants

How to participate

Participation is simple. Arrive at Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island on Saturday, 31st October 2026 by 7:00 AM, wearing your official ARISE Number 18 T-shirt.

Sunday, 1st November 2026 · 10:00 AM

ARISE Conference 2026

Theme

UNSTOPPABLE IMPACT

The conference brings together women, leaders, partners and stakeholders to advance women’s empowerment, leadership development, healthcare, humanitarian service and sustainable community transformation.

What we do

Our core areas of impact

01

Women’s empowerment and skills

Vocational skills, entrepreneurship support and financial literacy. Training covers leather goods, make-up and gele tying, bead and jewellery making, fascinators and turbans, and soap making.

02

Maternal and community healthcare

The Dafara Maternity Centre in rural Abuja (FCT) provides childbirth, antenatal and postnatal care and immunisation, alongside free screenings, malaria treatment and medical outreach.

03

Women’s leadership and development

The Women in Leadership Series (WILS) and ARISE Conference bring influential women and leaders together on leadership, governance, legacy and economic participation.

04

Community development

Borehole water projects, school renovations, empowerment tools and poverty-alleviation support for vulnerable individuals and families.

05

Humanitarian outreach

Welfare initiatives and community-based support that address practical needs, promote dignity and improve life for women, children and vulnerable groups.

06

Advocacy and collective action

The Walk for Life and ARISE Conference mobilise individuals, organisations and leaders to raise awareness and act together for a more inclusive society.

07

Faith, mentorship and growth

The Faith and Life Clinic in Lagos offers mentorship, encouragement and spiritual counsel for resilient, purposeful living.

Partner with ARISE

Support skills training, maternal care and community projects that create lasting impact.

Impact at a glance

Lives changed, communities restored

Economic empowerment

Vocational training, entrepreneurship support and financial literacy.

Healthcare access

Maternity services, medical screenings, immunisation and community health.

Leadership development

Conferences, mentorship and platforms that promote women’s leadership.

Community transformation

Water projects, school renovations and community support initiatives.

Humanitarian service

Welfare interventions and support for vulnerable populations.

Faith and personal growth

Spiritual encouragement, mentorship and service to humanity.

Together We Walk

For Women · For Families · For a Brighter Future

See you on Saturday, 31st October at 7:00 AM at Oriental Hotel, and at the ARISE Conference on Sunday, 1st November at 10:00 AM.