Nina Spio Quansah
Nina is a dedicated empowerment advocate, driven to unlock the full potential of girls and women. By combining soft skills, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and technology, she creates transformative environments where women can break barriers, achieve their dreams, and thrive. Nina holds a degree in Chemistry and has successfully transitioned into tech, working as a Software Engineer. Nina's long-term vision is to establish a comprehensive empowerment institute, equipping women and girls with skills, funding, and mentorship to enhance their socio-economic standing. Additionally, she aims to launch an after-school program and online learning platform focused on developing tech skills and empowering girls to thrive and succeed in today's digital landscape. To achieve her vision, Nina founded the Wells Skills Development Hub, which has empowered over 200 women with entrepreneurial skills. Through this initiative, participants have successfully launched and marketed their own products, including artisanal peanut butter and natural skincare lines, fostering financial independence and economic growth.
In partnership with students from Ontario University in Canada, Nina has empowered approximately 500 girls across Ghana's Ashanti, Central, and Northern regions. Through this collaborative effort, she has:
- Educated and trained girls to make informed sexual health decisions
- Taught them to create reusable sanitary pads, combating exploitation and promoting menstrual health
- Equipped them with essential tech skills for future opportunities.
Nina seeks support from Women Changemakers for Education to empower 1,000 girls through comprehensive sexual and menstrual health education, focusing on reusable sanitary pad production. This initiative bridges menstrual health awareness among disadvantaged girls.
Nina also seeks strategic donor partnerships to plan and establish a cutting-edge after-school tech program. This institution will serve as a hub for innovation and learning, fostering a community of tech-savvy girls. Furthermore, Nina aims to rebrand and expand market presence through innovative marketing strategies, amplifying the organization's impact and reach.