Narrative is a powerful tool—especially for the marginalized Nigerian woman whose lived experience is often hidden. At TOF, storytelling is a form of empowerment and policy influence.

🎙️ Why Stories Matter

Nigeria ranks low on gender parity (139/156) particularly in political representation, with women holding a mere 3.6% of parliamentary seats open.unwomen.org

. Storytelling bridges this activism gap.

📸 Creative Platforms That Shift Culture

• W.TEC and Tech Herfrica use digital media to spotlight women in tech and innovation aiforgood.itu.int

• Storytelling for Governance workshops, in partnership with AGID, empower women to document how policy affects their lives—catalyzing community mobilization and donor interest.

🛠️ Tools that Unlock Change

By training women as citizen journalists and storytellers, TOF builds empathy, stigma dismantling, and policy-awareness. Personal testimonies have spurred local dialogues, political accountability, and legislative discussions.

🤝 The Ripple Effect

TOF’s focus on narrative is not symbolic—it’s practical. Through digital platforms, photography exhibits, and live events, these stories:

• Derail gender stereotypes

• Promote solidarity and collective healing

• Offer women a seat and a voice at decision-making tables

When a woman’s story breaks silence, it becomes collective power. TOF doesn’t just document experiences—it elevates them.