Yemisi Izuora
Wema Bank, through its women’s network, the Wema Women Network, inpartnership with Evolve with Edememe, hosted the “Bloom, Lady, Bloom”Workshop on July 30, 2025 – a transformative experience designed to help femaleemployees of the Bank reconnect with themselves, overcome imposter syndrome,and nurture confidence to thrive in their lives and careers.
The interactive three-hour Workshop, facilitated by Edememe Oladiji-Wusu -Founder of Evolve with Edememe, Confidence C Visibility Coach, and formerKPMG Director – was anchored on the Bloom, Lady, Bloom Workbook, a practicaltransformation guide developed by Evolve with Edememe. Through reflectiveexercises, open conversations and actionable strategies, participants gained toolsto dismantle limiting beliefs and bloom in life. Participants described the Bloom,Lady, Bloom experience as “phenomenal”, “incredible”, “insightful,” and“transformational.”
For Wema Bank, the initiative reaffirms its long-standing commitment toadvancing gender equity and supporting women to thrive. A representative of theWema Women Network remarked: “Today has been phenomenal! Wema WomenNetwork was established in 2013 to enable Wema Women to thrive in all aspects ofhuman endeavour particularly their personal lives and professional aspirations. The“Bloom, Lady, Bloom” Workshop powered by Evolve with Edememe helped ourwomen push past their limitations, embrace their strengths and pursue theiraspirations with confidence. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positivefrom members of the Wema Women Network across the country.”
Commenting on the collaboration, Edememe Oladiji-Wusu noted: “Africa’s transformation depends on unlocking the potential of its women. When womenstep into their full potential, organizations and societies thrive. It was inspiringto see the women of Wema embrace the call to bloom unapologetically, and anhonour to walk this journey with them.”
The success of the Bloom, Lady, Bloom Workshop highlights how organisations can empower women by creating intentional spaces that inspire reflection,nurture confidence, and unlock potential.