Background

About The SparkUp Woman Conference

The SparkUp Woman Conference is an annual empowerment and leadership gathering designed to nurture a new wave of women who are visible, grounded in identity, and confidently walking in influence. Since its inception, SparkUp has grown into a transformative platform that connects visionary women with the knowledge, resources, and opportunities they need to lead in their careers, businesses, and communities.

Our Vision

To nurture a new wave of women who are visible, grounded in identity, and confidently walking in influence.

Our Mission

To provide women with access to mentorship, actionable knowledge, community, and visibility opportunities that propel them into new levels of leadership and expression.

Our Goal

To empower at least 500 women through each edition, creating a ripple effect that echoes through families, businesses, and communities.

OUR IMPACT SO FAR

SparkUp is more than a conference — it is a measurable movement that transforms women into leaders, entrepreneurs, and community changemakers.

500+ women empowered through a full-day program.

Spark Tank: Direct access to funding & mentorship.

₦1.6M awarded to 5 female entrepreneurs.

High-quality stakeholder engagement.

Community & network growth through cohorts.

Earned media coverage amplifying stories.

₦1.6M
In Business Grants Awarded

Impact Stories

SparkUp 2025 Grant Beneficiaries

Mrs. Egorho Julie
Grant: ₦500,000

Mrs. Egorho Julie

Sojette Nig. Ltd (Bedsheet Production)

Impact: Scaled up fabric sourcing and expanded production capacity. Created two new local jobs and improved packaging for retail markets.

Divine Amiewalan
Grant: ₦500,000

Divine Amiewalan

Nurse & Entrepreneur

Impact: Used funds to expand her home-based medical service initiative, providing accessible care to women and children in low-income communities.

Mrs. Felicia Nmesirionye
Grant: ₦200,000

Mrs. Felicia Nmesirionye

Nylon Production Business

Impact: Acquired production materials and diversified product range to include recyclable options, aligning with SDG 12.

Aberekor Doris Tuwere
Grant: ₦200,000

Aberekor Doris Tuwere

Spices Business Owner

Impact: Boosted raw material purchase and packaging, expanding distribution from Warri to neighboring cities.

Angela Simon
Grant: ₦200,000

Angela Simon

Melon & Tomato Trader

Impact: Increased inventory capacity, enabling consistent market supply and supporting local women farmers through bulk purchases.