NextGen Women in Mining Initiative
Empowering Young Women to Build Careers in Mining
The Next Generation Women in Mining Initiative is a transformative program by Women in Mining Africa (WiM-Africa), designed to bridge the gender gap in the mining industry. With over 700 young women already registered, this initiative connects female students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals with opportunities for internships, mentorship, and career development in the mining and mineral resources sector across Africa.
We are calling on mining companies, service providers, corporate sponsors, and NGOs to partner with us in this mission to create a sustainable pipeline of skilled female professionals in the industry.
Women remain significantly underrepresented in the mining sector, facing barriers such as limited access to training, employment opportunities, and career advancement. The Next Generation Women in Mining Initiative seeks to break these barriers by:
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Providing internships and hands-on industry experience for young women.
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Offering mentorship and leadership development programs.
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Encouraging companies and industry stakeholders to invest in a diverse workforce.
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Creating a network of partner NGOs to promote local engagement and outreach.
Key Program Objectives
✅ Internship Placements – Connect female students and graduates with internship opportunities in mining companies and service providers.
✅ Mentorship & Career Development – Facilitate mentorship programs where experienced industry professionals guide young women in their career journeys.
✅ Sponsorship & Funding Support – Secure financial support to provide internet stipends for virtual learning, career workshops, and industry exposure.
✅ NGO & Community Engagement – Build partnerships with NGOs across Africa to promote the initiative at grassroots levels.
Expected Impact
🔹 Empower 1,500+ young women across Africa to enter and excel in the mining sector within the next 3 years.
🔹 Foster gender-inclusive policies within mining companies and industry associations.
🔹 Increase representation of women in technical and leadership roles.
🔹 Strengthen Africa’s mining workforce by integrating skilled and diverse talent.
Who Can Participate?
If you are a female student or recent graduate interested in a career in mining, Register to be matched with internship and mentorship opportunities.
Register as a Student/Graduate
We invite companies to offer internship placements, mentorship programs, and corporate sponsorship to support the initiative.👉 Register as a Corporate Partner.
Organizations and individuals can sponsor mentorship programs, provide funding for internet stipends, or contribute to
training programs. Register as a Sponsor
Local WiM Organizations, NGOs and advocacy groups can partner with WiM-Africa to promote and implement the initiative in their regions.👉 Register as a Local Partner
NextGen Women in Mining Initiative
Empowering the next generation of women in mining through internships, mentorship, and industry collaboration
The NextGen Women in Mining Initiative is dedicated to empowering the next generation of women leaders in the mining industry in Northern Nigeria. This program aims to identify and support young female talents pursuing mining-related courses, providing them with financial assistance, mentorship, and valuable networking opportunities to thrive in the sector.
NextGen Women In Mining Grant Initiative
The NextGen #WomenInMining Grant Initiative is Live! 🚀We’re excited to lauch the NextGen Women in Mining Initiative Grant Initiative, an impactful program under the WiM-Africa platform, launched as part of the upcoming book, “100 Strategies for Empowering Women in African Mining” by Comfort Asokoro-Ogaji (Ph.D) (#WIM100 Global Inspirational Woman in Mining).
Key Highlights of the Program Phase 1- Enrolment:
Grant Incentive: ₦25,000 for 100 selected students
Mentorship Events (Mandatory Attendance):
First Mentorship Event: January 11th, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM WAT | Zoom
Second Mentorship Event: January 31st, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM WAT | Zoom
This initiative is designed to empower female students in Northern and North-Central #Nigerian #universities pursuing mining-related courses, with the aim of fostering academic #excellence, #leadership #skills, and #career readiness in the #mining #industry.
Objectives of the Initiative:
The NextGen #WomenInMining Initiative is designed to identify, support, and nurture young female #talents pursuing mining-related #courses. This initiative aims to spark interest in mining careers, offer #mentorship #opportunities, and #empower young women with the knowledge and skills needed to excel #academically and #professionally. Through strategic guidance and mentorship, participants will gain access to a network of industry experts and resources, fostering academic excellence, leadership skills, and a strong foundation for future contributions to the mining sector.
The program will unfold in two #phases:
⛏️ ⛏️ Phase One focuses on enrolment, where eligible students fill out the NextGen Women in Mining form to participate(incentivised).
⛏️ ⛏️ Phase Two will feature a thoughtfully designed #mentorship program, providing tailored support, professional insights, and career #development opportunities to prepare participants for #success in the dynamic world of #mining.
We are excited about the transformative impact this initiative will have on the academic and professional journeys of participants and anticipate active engagement throughout the program. Spreading the word about this opportunity will inspire more young women to consider mining-related courses, creating a ripple effect of empowerment within academic circles and communities.
📌 How to Apply:
Interested students are encouraged to apply using the provided application link here 👉🏾 https://lnkd.in/dDN9bMac and ensure timely submission of required documents by 11th January 2025, including:
1. Admission Letter
2. Document showing CGPA/GPA
Field of Study: Eligible Diploma and Degree Programs (Polytechnics and Universities) under this Mini-grant include, but are not limited to;
Including OND, HND, BSC, AND BENG
Students aged 18-25 years of age
Courses Covered
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Geology or similar
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Mining Engineering or similar
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Environmental Science or similar
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Industrial Chemistry or similar
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Metallurgy and Materials Engineering or similar
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Chemical Engineering or similar
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Earth Sciences or similar
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Mineral Resource Management or similar
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Geophysics or similar
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Mining Safety Engineering or similar
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Hydrogeology or similar
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Petrology or similar
Eligibility
Women in Mining Scholarships
Exciting Scholarship Opportunities Await You!
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Discover a plethora of scholarship opportunities tailored for women pursuing careers in the mining industry across various African universities. These scholarships aim to empower and support women in accessing quality education and building successful careers in mining-related fields. From undergraduate to postgraduate programs, explore the diverse range of funding options available to women passionate about making an impact in the mining sector. Take the first step towards your academic and professional goals by exploring these exciting scholarship opportunities today.