Women Empowerment: Beulah Ladies Equips Participants with Vital Skills for Economic Independence

By Iyojo Ameh

In a bid to enhance economic self-sufficiency among women, the Beulah Ladies Fellowship organized a one-day empowerment program, which brought together women from diverse backgrounds to acquire practical skills in makeup artistry, scented candle making, diffuser production, and soap making.

Held at the Foundation of Truth Assembly, the event aimed to provide women with the tools they need to generate income and contribute positively to their communities especially with the turn in the nation’s economy.

Speaking on the importance of the training, Pastor Dekontee Howard stated the need for women to be financially independent in the current economic climate. She emphasized that the skills acquired could help participants save money and even generate income. She further revealed that while the empowerment program is currently an annual event, there are plans to make it a quarterly initiative depending on public demand.

Pastor Howard urged the government to sponsor empowerment programs at both local and state levels to reach more women and foster economic independence. “If you empower a woman, you empower a nation,” she emphasized.

Mrs. Sarah Abba, President of the Beulah Ladies Fellowship, emphasized that the aim of the empowerment program was not just to provide temporary relief but to equip women with lifelong skills. “Instead of giving them fish, we’re teaching them how to fish,” she said.

Sarah encouraged participants to practice their newly acquired skills and share the knowledge with others in their communities, as this would enhance mastery and promote a culture of empowerment.

Also, Mrs. Ayobami Ojebor, Vice President of the Beulah Ladies Fellowship, explained that the initiative was designed to provide women, including stay-at-home moms and working professionals, with an additional source of income.

“We hope that the skills learned today will help participants start their own businesses and eventually build thriving enterprises,” she stated. Ayobami also hinted at the possibility of making the program a quarterly event to reach more women, depending on the availability of resources.

Several participants expressed their excitement about the training and shared their future plans from the skills acquired.

Deaconess Emily Aleburu said she learned makeup application and plans to use the skill for personal grooming to save money.
“I like to look good all the time, and now I can do it myself without needing to hire a makeup artist,” she said.

Another participant, Chibuzor Chinelo who learned the art of making scented candles and diffusers, revealed that she intends to start a business and continue learning more about the craft. “That was why I came, and I’m definitely excited about it,” she added.

Mrs. Kayode Blossom participated in the soap-making session and expressed her enthusiasm for starting a business. “I learned a lot today, and I plan to sell the soaps and teach other women in my community,” she stated.

Participants and organizers alike also used the opportunity to called on the government to support similar initiatives across various states.
The Beulah Ladies Fellowship aims to continue empowering women by providing them with the skills and knowledge necessary for financial independence. With participants leaving the event motivated and equipped with new skills, the program proved to be a significant step toward achieving economic empowerment for women in the country.