FMNWN: Experts Urge Women To Leverage On Tools Tech Provides

Experts have tasked women to leverage on the tools technology provides for their career and personal development.
The call was made at the 5th annual women’s conference 2023, organised by the Flour Mills of Nigeria Women’s Network (FMNWN), with the theme: “TechHER: Bridging the Tech Barriers, Building the Future.”
The FMNWN annual women’s conference is a testament to the organisation’s commitment to empowering women and fostering a more inclusive and equitable society.
Speaking at the event, a member of the FMN Board of Directors, Dr Salamatu Suleiman noted that technology is not a barrier but a gateway to endless possibilities, empowering every woman at FMN to thrive in both her professional and personal life.
She said, “In today’s fast-paced world, being tech-savvy is not merely an advantage; it’s a necessity. Let us collaboratively shape a future where our contributions are amplified, our voices resound, and our presence is felt in every corner of the industry.”
Meanwhile, the group’s GMD/CEO, Mr Boye Olusanya, stressed that Floor Mills of Nigeria embrace the strength, resilience, and innovation that every woman brings to the table, shaping a future where equality is not just a vision but a reality.
Mr Olusanya added, “So we all must learn to take proactive and deliberate actions in creating an envisaged future through innovation and dedicated adoption of various technological advancements across all our various touchpoints.”
Similarly, the chairperson of the FMN Women’s Network, and the Head, Talent Academy for FMN, Olubunmi Ebhomenye noted that the FMN Women’s Conference was crucial in enhancing the individual capabilities of employees to reach their potential, which ultimately adds to the company’s overall success.
She said, “Conversations at the conference reflect the organisation’s deliberate commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.