BWHC 2024
The Banking on Women’s Health Conference 2024, held at Radisson Blu Ozumba Mbadikwe VI, Lagos, on May 4th, 2024, aimed to address disparities in women’s health. Convener Ifeoluwa Dare-Johnson and Healthtracka powered the event, creating a safe space for women to openly discuss various aspects of women’s health.
“We wanted a safe space for women to talk about everything women’s health – nothing off the table, no shame, no fears, no hostility or gaslighting.”
Ifeoluwa Dare-Johnson
Founder/CEO, Healthtracka
The conference featured four sessions, each addressing a unique aspect of women’s health.
Panel 1
What the Heck is Wrong with My Body?
Moderated by Tallulah Doherty Adetona, this session explored personal struggles with Fibroids, fertility, and PCOS. Ini Dima-Okojie and Stephanie Coker Aderinokun shared their experiences, while Dr. Omotayo Ayeni and Dr. Muis Adenekan provided clear explanations of these conditions.
Panel 2
Lifestyle and Wellness
Led by Bunmi George, this panel focused on lifestyle and wellness, offering a holistic approach to women’s health. Oluwatosin Ajibade shared her health journey, Yeside Olayinka-Agbola discussed women’s sexual health, and Dr. Kafayah Ogunsola emphasized the importance of mental well-being.
Panel 3
How Prioritizing Women’s Health Boosts Economic Growth
Moderated by Damilola Teidi, this session discussed how prioritizing women’s health boosts economic growth. Dr. Kemi Ogunyemi shared valuable resources from the Lagos State Government, MK of Verod highlighted their commitment to investing in women’s health, and Kemi Onabanjo of McKinsey & Company showed the compelling economic impact of prioritizing women’s health.
Panel 4
Demystifying the most common issues around Women’s Health
Moderated by Toun Tunde-Anjous, this session demystified common issues around women’s health, tackling sensitive topics with humor and empathy. Dr. Olaide Omotosho-Ikuru educated attendees about breast and cervical cancer, Obianuju Ukoha discussed egg freezing, and Dr. Kemi Amusa emphasized the role of lifestyle, nutrition, and diet in addressing hormonal and chronic issues.
“Impressive outing and I was privileged to attend. Pleased about this innovative platform encouraging women to lead advocacy for holistic care and feel comfortable in discussing their experiences with openness to support other women!”
- Dr Mojisola Odeku
“I watched online and I must say the conversation was relevant, honest, and hard but needed.”
- Audrey Odogu
“This was a very impactful event! I particularly enjoyed the stakeholder's conversations and I'm looking forward to the implementation of all action points on all fronts!”
- Dr. Toluwanimi Aduloju
“Awesome, inspiring and educative. Wishing all the best. Love it.”
- Grace Funke Amusa
Our Impact
600+
WOMEN REACHED
150+
ATTENDEES ONSITE
20+
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