THE EXCEPTIONAL LADIES CONFERENCE'26

​The Exceptional Ladies Conference 2026, organized by SheRise To Lead Foundation, is a platform created to bring women together for honest conversations, learning, networking and empowerment.

​This year’s theme, “She Leads North: Empowering Women for Political Leadership in Northern Nigeria,” focuses on women’s participation and leadership in politics and decision-making.

​The conference will create space to discuss the opportunities, challenges and realities women face when they choose to lead, while equipping participants with the knowledge, confidence, networks and practical tools to take up leadership roles.

​The conference is not only for women who are already in politics. It is for every woman who believes she has a role to play in shaping her community, state and country.

​Who Should Attend?

​The conference is open to:

• ​Women interested in politics, governance and public leadership

• ​Aspiring female politicians and women already in political leadership

• ​Young women and girls interested in leadership and public service

• ​Female students in secondary schools, tertiary institutions and young professionals

• ​Women entrepreneurs, professionals and community leaders

• ​Women working in civil society, advocacy and development

• ​Women who want to build their confidence, networks and leadership capacity

• ​Men who believe in women’s participation and want to become allies for women’s leadership

​Whether you are already leading, considering entering politics, supporting women in leadership, or simply curious about what your voice can contribute, there is a place for you in this room.

​Come to learn. Come to connect. Come to ask questions. Come ready to discover what your leadership can become.