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Polaris Bank Receives Recognition for Supporting Women Empowerment

August 3, 2023 • 3 min read

The International Women Society (IWS) Skill Acquisition Centre, Lekki, Lagos, has honoured Polaris Bank with the prestigious ‘Providers & Enablers’ Award in recognition of the bank’s remarkable commitment and significant contributions to women empowerment, particularly in the area of vocational skill training and capacity building for women, as undertaken by the IWS.

The award ceremony was held at a special graduation ceremony last Thursday, July 27, 2023, at IWS Skill Centre, Lekki, Lagos.Esteemed representatives from various organizations, community leaders, and women who had benefited from the vocational and skill training programmes were present to celebrate the momentous occasion.

The IWS Centre, renowned for its dedication to uplifting women in the community, showcased a compelling video presentation that highlighted the transformational impact of the collaboration between the centre and Polaris Bank. Through these skill-building programmes, women from diverse backgrounds have been empowered to pursue their passions, unlock their potential, and become self-reliant contributors to society.

Mr. Kehinde Akinwunmi, the Principal of the IWS Skill Acquisition Centre delivered an impassioned speech expressing his gratitude to Polaris Bank for their unyielding support in nurturing the dreams and aspirations of countless women. He also emphasized the pivotal role played by the bank in providing financial resources and scholarships for 21 students, enabling the centre to expand its reach and positively impact the lives of even more women.

Responding to the recognition, Polaris Bank’s head of sustainability, Mrs. Yemi Akinrelere, who received the award on behalf of the bank reaffirmed Polaris Bank’s commitment to advancing gender equality and promoting women empowerment in line with principle 4 of the Nigerian Sustainable Banking Principle and as a cornerstone of its Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.

“At Polaris Bank, we believe that empowering women is not just a moral imperative, but an essential driver of social progress and economic growth. We are honoured to partner with the International Women Society Skills Acquisition Centre in their noble mission, and we remain committed to supporting women’s advancement and fostering an inclusive and equitable society.

“The collaboration between Polaris Bank and the IWS Skills Acquisition Centre continues to serve as a shining example of how public-private partnerships can catalyze positive change and uplift entire communities. By equipping women with the necessary skills and knowledge, both institutions have empowered many women – young and the not-too-old to seize new opportunities, break barriers, and become agents of change in their respective fields”, she said.

One of the landmark contributions of Polaris Bank to the IWS Skills Acquisition Centre was the donation of a multi-million-naira ICT Laboratory for digital and ICT-related capacity building for students of the centre, amongst other support.