Access Pensions to Empower Africa’s Next Wave of Talent with Market Readiness Training
As the job market welcomes a new wave of talent post NYSC, Access Pensions has
announced the ‘Shape Your Future’ live empowerment webinar. This session is
designed to prepare and equip young individuals as they transition into the business
world or workforce, whether as employees or entrepreneurs.
Scheduled for April 25, 2024, from 12:00 WAT, ‘Shape Your Future’ brings together
industry experts and thought leaders to share invaluable insights and strategies for
success. The sessions will feature distinguished speakers including Joycee Awosika,
Founder/CEO Oriki Group who will speak on the topic ‘Getting Started – Your
Entrepreneurial & Professional Journey,’ and Employability Skills Coach, Felicia
Odumosu, who will address concerns on ‘Employability – How to Be the Candidate of
Choice.’
Speaking on the initiative, Afolabi Folayan, Executive Director (Technical), at Access
Pensions, stated, “As we welcome a new wave of talent into the job market post-NYSC,
‘Shape Your Future’ embodies our dedication to nurturing and empowering young
professionals. Access Pensions is committed to sustainability and firmly believes in the
potential of young Nigerians to grow wealth and become key contributors to the
economy in the mid to long term. This initiative underscores our commitment to
equipping them with the essential skills and insights needed to excel in their
entrepreneurial and professional journeys.”
The digital training will also leverage the wealth of experience across the Access
ecosystem as Olubusola Ogundipe, Team Lead, Women in Banking Segment at W
Initiative of Access Bank will introduce participants to Youthrive, a transformative
initiative by Access Bank designed to empower, uplift, and accelerate the next
generation of MSMEs. The Youthrive program is set to impact over four million
individuals by enhancing capacity, providing financial empowerment, and fostering
invaluable business exchange programs.
This online seminar promises to be an enriching experience, offering practical guidance,
tips, and inspiration for young professionals embarking on their career journeys.
Interested participants are encouraged to register here.