Aba Set To Witness First Secondary Schools' Leadership Conference

CHUKWUEBUKA OHIZU

Some Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) have announced that on the 20th of February, 2025 (tomorrow), Aba, the commercial hub of Abia State will witness its first Secondary Schools’ Leadership Conference.

The conference according to the organizers, Youth and Students Advocates for Development Initiative (YSAD), Onyedinma Foundation and Vivacious Development Initiative, (VIDI), is an innovative platform designed to empower students through skill development and hands-on learning experiences.

The organizers said that the conference will feature a comprehensive curriculum focusing on essential leadership topics such as Leading Change: the qualities of a good leader; Effective Communication and Leadership; Diversity and Inclusion; Conflict Resolution & Peace Building Techniques; and Performance Management Strategies.

In a statement signed by Obinna Nwagbara
Executive Director, YSAD; Onwuka Glory
Executive Director, Onyedinma Foundation and
Amb. Onyinyechi Joy Nwosu
Executive Director, VIDI, the organizers said that there will be panel discussions with student leaders from the participating secondary schools, fostering an environment that encourages confidence and collaboration.

They said that by investing in the leadership capabilities of young individuals, they strive to foster a culture of inclusion and empower them to advocate for social justice within their communities.

“We believe that the quality of leadership within any society is paramount to achieving social justice.

“As future leaders, secondary school students hold the potential to drive transformative change, and it is our duty to equip them with the necessary skills and confidence.

“On February 20, 2025, the United Nations will once again highlight the pressing issues of social injustice around the globe, marking World Social Justice Day.

“The theme for this year, “Empowering Inclusion: Bridging Gaps for Social Justice,” underscores the critical importance of inclusive policies and effective social protection measures in addressing systemic inequality,” part of the release reads.

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Jude Ossai (JP) a veteran journalist is a National Diploma holder in Mass Communication from Ogwashi-Uku Polytechnic Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State. He also studied at Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) Enugu and Imo State University, Owerri for his first and second degrees in Mass Communication, respectively. He writes extensively on politics, crime, corruption, climate change, healthcare, human rights, social justice, among others.