TRATSEDI Announces Partnership with the Female Drivers Association of Nigeria (FEDAN) for Transformative Transport Conference 2024
Abuja, Nigeria, August 11, 2024 – The Transformative Transport Service Design Initiative (TRATSEDI) is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with the Female Drivers Association of Nigeria (FEDAN) for the upcoming Transformative Transport Conference (TTC) 2024, set to take place on August 14th. This partnership highlights a shared commitment to advancing inclusive and accessible transport services, with a particular focus on empowering women within the sector.
FEDAN, a prominent non-governmental organization in Nigeria, is dedicated to promoting value reorientation, wealth creation, human capacity development, and skill rejuvenation among women and youth across the nation. Through its training programs, FEDAN is committed to transforming the lives of women by equipping them with the skills needed to become professional drivers, thereby creating employment opportunities and promoting economic independence.
TRATSEDI, a global non-governmental organization and community interest company, is composed of over 160 researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. The organization is devoted to connecting local insights with a global audience to foster learning, innovation, and collaboration in the realm of transport services. Among its many initiatives, TRATSEDI hosts the annual Transformative Transport Conference (TTC), which is a key platform for exchanging ideas and best practices in the field of transport design and accessibility.
As part of the conference, a special session titled "DRIVING CHANGE: EMPOWERING WOMEN IN THE TRANSPORT SECTOR FOR INCLUSIVE MOBILITY" will be held, focusing on the vital role women can play in transforming the transport industry. The session will feature a distinguished panel of experts, including:
Amb. Eunice Odeghe, President of the Female Drivers Association of Nigeria (FEDAN)
AIGB0VORHIUWA DEBORAH ELOHO, National Secretary, Female Drivers Association of Nigeria (FEDAN)
Mrs. Peekate Ebierelayefa, State Coordinator, Female Drivers Association of Nigeria (FEDAN)
Dr Emmanuel Mogaji, Associate Professor of Marketing, Keele Business School, Keele University, UK
This session will explore the challenges and opportunities for women in the transport sector, offering insights into how inclusive mobility can be achieved by empowering women through training and employment.
Amb. Eunice Odeghe, founder and President of the Female Drivers Association of Nigeria (FEDAN) said:
As a commercial driver supporting my family, I discovered that driving can be a powerful means of empowerment for women in earning money. This realization led me and my friends to establish FEDAN to advocate for more women in the transportation sector through professional driver training.
Despite the increase in female drivers, women still face many challenges and obstacles. That's why we stand as a voice for women drivers – to provide support, resources, and advocacy for women who drive. Our mission is to empower women by creating a safe and inclusive environment where they can access resources, education, and support to become confident and trained drivers.
Dr Emmanuel Mogaji, Keele Business School said:
As an academic researcher focused on transformative services, I strongly believe that meaningful change in the transport sector can only be achieved through active engagement with key stakeholders. My research into transport services provision has revealed the significant underrepresentation of women in this field. It is therefore a great pleasure to partner with the dedicated teams at FEDAN and TRATSEDI to explore how we can empower women in the transport sector and drive inclusive mobility forward.
The Transformative Transport Conference 2024, hosted online and free of charge, ensures that participants from around the world can engage with the critical discussions and innovations that are shaping the future of transport.
