▶️ Who is a woman Professional?
A woman Professional is an individual who identifies as a female that possesses specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in a specific field or occupation and obtained relevant education, training, and Certifications.
She also must have demonstrated high level of competence, integrity and professionalism.
▶️ Achievement of Women in Nigeria
Nigerian women have made marks in numerous fields and careers through their achievements.
From a diverse range of sectors such as Business, Politics, Advocacy, Entertainment, Governance, and Enterprise.
▶️ Historically Land Surveying
Is a male-dominated field, there is a growing number of women actively contributing to the profession, Playing crucial roles in land development and planning projects.
There is a need for women in Surveying and Geoinformatics profession to be Managers in Surveying Community in Governments position, Private Practice and Academia.
Having women in a professional community brings advantages like diverse perspectives, increased innovation, improved collaboration, a positive work culture, better communication, potential for higher profitability and role models for future generations which can contribute to more inclusive and equitable workplace and society.
I believe there should be a deliberate effort to increase the number of women holding key Surveying positions, this will encourage younger women seeking admission to Pick Surveying and Geoinformatics.
By increasing the quota of women in Surveying, it makes the profession more marketable and gender friendly.
Key benefits of women in professional Communities:
1) Diverse perspectives:
Women bring unique experiences and viewpoints to discussions, leading to more creative solutions and better decision-making.
2) Collaborative work environment:
Studies show women often Foster a more Collaborative and supportive work culture, promoting better teamwork.
3) Improved communication:
Women are better communicators and are good at articulating point which leads to fewer misunderstandings.
4) Higher profitability:
Companies, agencies and establishment with greater gender diversity in leadership positions tend to have higher profitability and better financial performance.
5) Role Models: Women in leadership roles serves as positive role models for younger women, encouraging them to pursue similar career paths. I believe the Surveying professionals needs more women icon.
– Positive developments:
Initiatives like “Women in Surveying” groups are actively working to encourage more women to enter the profession, promote career advancement, and address gender disparities.
Signed:✍️
a. Surv. Uju O. IZUEGBU, MNIS
Chair: YSN FCT
b. Moyinoluwa OLAJIDE
Head: Education Committee YSN-FCT
Announcer:
c. Surv. AKINPELU OLUWASEUN SHERIF MNIS
Secretary: YSN-FCT
Member: Education Committee YSN-FCT
