BudgIT Nigeria has opened applications for the Women for Women Budget & Policy Lab, a special training initiative designed to equip young Nigerian women with practical policy and budget knowledge.
Every budget decision has real consequences for women across Nigeria. Yet limited access, low representation, and gaps in technical knowledge still prevent many women from participating in the policy spaces where critical decisions are made. Too often, women’s advocacy is dismissed as online noise instead of being recognised as informed civic engagement.
To mark International Women’s Day, the women at BudgIT Nigeria are changing that narrative. The Women for Women Budget & Policy Lab is a full-day, hands-on training programme focused on building real capacity. Participants will gain practical skills in analysing public budgets, understanding government policies, and engaging effectively in civic processes. The training will also break down how budget decisions are made, why they matter, and how informed voices can influence outcomes at community and national levels.
By the end of the programme, participants will be better equipped to contribute meaningfully to policy conversations that affect Nigerian women and their communities. The goal is simple: move from online conversations to informed, impactful engagement in real policy spaces.
Eligibility is open to 10 female leaders aged 18 to 35 who are passionate about governance, social impact, or policy advocacy. Applicants must be available to attend the full-day training and must demonstrate a clear commitment to advancing a civic advocacy cause using the knowledge gained from the programme.
To qualify, you should be an aspiring leader in the social impact, governance, or policy space, available for the training, and committed to applying what you learn.
The application deadline is Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Interested applicants can complete the form via: https://forms.gle/Crn7w876cqav6VTa6
