Women For Social & Rural Development Initiative
State Reached
Women Engaged
Our Commitment
We envision a future where every woman has the opportunity to lead, every girl has the opportunity to dream, every young person has the opportunity to thrive, and every community has the opportunity to prosper.
- About WSRDI
The Women for Social & Rural Development Initiative
Women for Social and Rural Development Initiative (WSRDI) was established in response to the social and economic challenges faced by women and underserved populations, particularly those living in rural communities.
While women remain central to the wellbeing and development of families and communities, many continue to face barriers related to economic participation, leadership opportunities, access to information, education, mentorship, and sustainable livelihoods.
SDGs Alignment
- SDG 1 – No Poverty
- SDG 3 – Good Health and Wellbeing
- SDG 4 – Quality Education
- SDG 5 – Gender Equality
- SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
Helen Majemite
- Program Portfolio
Community Outreach Programs & Fundraising
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WSRDI – Entrepreneurship Mentorship
Starting a mentorship for small business owners
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Digital Literacy Campaign 2026
We are setting up digital hubs in Delta State communities
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2026 WSRDI Medical Outreach
We are starting our medical outreach for selected communities
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Breast and Cervical Cancer Awareness
Setting up simple diagnostic center Breast and cervical cancer awareness
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Ending gender-based violence
Advocacy to ending gender-based violence
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Girl-Child Education Funding
We are raising fund to set up education infrastructure for girl child
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Women Entrepreneuar Fund Raising
Raising funds for indigent women-led businesses
- Governance Structure
Team & Board of Trustee
Hajia Lami Tumaka
Member Board of Trustees WSRDI
Helen Majemite
Founder & Chairperson, Board of Trustees WSRDI
(Barr.) Okiemute Majemite, LL.B, LL.M
Chairman, Board of Trustees
Strategic Focus Area
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Human Capital Development
Strengthening the knowledge, leadership capacity, employability, confidence, and skills of women and youth.
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Women’s Economic Empowerment
Supporting entrepreneurship, enterprise development, financial literacy, livelihood enhancement, and economic inclusion.
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Leadership Development and Mentorship
Developing confident and resilient leaders through coaching, mentorship, personal development, and leadership training.
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Education and Capacity Building
Providing learning opportunities, life skills, vocational training, professional development, and knowledge-sharing platforms.
Partners
Impact Snapshot
(2024-2026)
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State Reached
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Communities Reached
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Women Engaged
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Community Outreach Programmes
- Social Proof
What Our Community Say About
WSRDI
Before joining WSRDI's enterprise development program, running my small trade was a daily struggle with little direction. The financial literacy and hands-on business training gave me the clarity and confidence to expand my livelihood. Today, I can comfortably support my children’s education and give back to other women in my community.
WSRDI doesn't just deliver short-term support—they build sustainable systems that transform local communities. Their commitment to inclusive leadership, traditional stakeholder engagement, and real human capital development makes them one of the most reliable partner organizations we have worked with
Volunteering with WSRDI gave me a clear blueprint for what driving social change truly looks like. Through their youth development and mentorship initiatives, I gained real-world leadership skills, confidence, and a passion for advocating for underserved populations."
Charity is the voluntary act of giving help, typically in the form of money, time, or resources, to those in need. Charitable organizations aim to solve social, environmental, and economic challenges by addressing issues like poverty
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Women for Social and Rural Development Initiative (WSRDI) is a registered non-governmental organization (CAC RC: 7737576) dedicated to empowering women, girls, youth, and underserved communities across Nigeria. Headquartered in Lagos, we implement grassroots initiatives focused on human capital development, women's economic empowerment, leadership training, advocacy, and social development, particularly in rural and vulnerable regions.
We focus on sustainable human capital development rather than temporary fixes. Through our structured programs, including financial literacy, enterprise development, leadership coaching, and community outreach, we equip individuals with long-term skills, confidence, and networks. We also work directly with community leaders, government bodies, and traditional institutions to ensure local ownership and lasting social transformation.
There are several ways to support our mission! Individuals can sign up as Volunteers, corporate professionals can apply as Mentors for our leadership programs, and serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members can complete their primary assignment or community development service with us. Visit our Get Involved page or reach out via email to explore current opportunities
We actively partner with government agencies, private corporations, civil society organizations, and international development agencies to scale our impact. Collaborations can range from joint community outreach initiatives and program funding to strategic advocacy and capacity-building workshops. Interested partners can contact us directly at worsordinitiative@gmail.com or call +234 815 544 1111 to discuss strategic partnerships.
- Events
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Empowering Women for a Sustainable Future
Ovie Palace, Otovwodo, Ughelli, Delta State
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