Welcome to the Centre for Economic and Leadership Development (CELD), an organization on a mission to transform lives and societies, empower women, and drive sustainable development. As a leading organization with special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC), we are dedicated to advancing partnerships with public and private sector organizations to deliver unparalleled corporate and institutional excellence. Through tailored training programs, specialized gender-based conferences, and capacity-building initiatives, CELD empowers individuals to achieve peak performance and overcome the challenges of an ever-changing world.

Our overall strategic objective is ambitious yet crucial: to become one of the foremost global voices and publications that enable enduring empowerment, elevation, and equitable development for women of all cultures and circumstances, particularly in Africa and the rest of the world. We are not just another organization; we are a social enterprise and impact-driven business that tackles societal challenges through a gender lens.

We achieve this by leveraging the power of research, innovation, and collaboration. We actively seek grants from social impact investors and international development organizations to fund our groundbreaking research projects that create real-world impact in the lives and well-being of girls and women. From education intervention initiatives like the Send a Child to School program to the AUE-CELD Scholarship for girls, we are committed to breaking barriers and providing opportunities for growth.

But we don’t stop there. Our unique Framing Worldviews (FW) Media go beyond traditional approaches. We are poised to produce captivating films, documentaries, and skits that not only entertain but also shed light on the plights and giant strides of girls and women. Under the FW Media, our ‘Framing the World We Want’ initiative seeks to transform girls’ vision statements for a better world into real-world applications, tangible actions and improvements in the lives of women in various communities around the world. Through our publications, Amazons Watch Magazine and Global Power Women Yearbook, we frame society’s worldview of these issues while amplifying the voices of female transformational leaders across the globe and agents of change who have been unheard for far too long.

CELD is not just about addressing challenges; it’s about creating a better future for all. We believe that gender equality is not a women’s issue; it is a human issue. That is why we ensure that our solutions benefit both men and women equally. By building the problem-solving capabilities of young girls and women, we are shaping a world where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive.

While our focus is on making a positive impact, we also understand the importance of financial viability. We strive to maintain a sustainable business model that allows us to continue our vital work and expand our reach.

Join us on this transformative journey. Together, we can empower women, drive change, and build a more inclusive and prosperous world for all.

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Mrs Furo Giami

Executive Director