The Rural Development and Reformation Foundation (RUDERF) is proud to announce that its Executive Director, Ogholi Alero Sandra, has been named an Outstanding Fellow at the prestigious LEAP Africa Social Innovators Program (SIPA) Fellowship. Sandra, a visionary leader at RUDERF, was selected for the highly competitive fellowship in 2018, representing the organization's flagship project, OLEJU. Through her participation in the year-long SIPA fellowship, Sandra gained invaluable leadership training and essential skills to drive growth and scale the impact of RUDERF’s initiatives, particularly in empowering women and marginalized communities in Nigeria. The LEAP SIPA Fellowship is a unique platform that develops high-potential social entrepreneurs across sectors, equipping them with the skills necessary for sustainable growth and global impact. Throughout the year, Sandra worked alongside other social entrepreneurs, tackling challenges and demonstrating the ability to turn acquired knowledge into tangible, impactful outcomes. At the close of the fellowship, Sandra was selected as one of the top three fellows, recognized for her outstanding contributions and demonstrated growth throughout the program. This distinction is a testament to the measurable impact RUDERF and OLEJU have made in their communities, particularly in advancing economic opportunities for marginalized women through innovative models like skill acquisition, entrepreneurship, and sustainable environmental practices. The award, presented by UNION BANK of Nigeria PLC, celebrates Sandra’s ability to transform her learning into real-world impact. As part of the recognition, Sandra received a monetary prize aimed at further scaling the OLEJU project, which empowers women in rural and semi-urban communities through training in …
Recognition for Impact: Ogholi Alero Sandra Earns Outstanding Fellow Title at LEAP Africa’s SIPA Program.
- by Ruderfngo
- December 16, 2024
