The third annual SpeakHER Conference, themed “S.A.Y. — Speak. Amplify. You.”, is scheduled to hold on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at The Dome, This Present House, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos.

The conference will bring together professional women, entrepreneurs, advocates, emerging leaders and young professionals for practical sessions, networking and discussions focused on effective communication and confidence.

In a statement issued by the organisers on Wednesday, the event was described as an opportunity to equip participants with skills to communicate clearly, negotiate effectively and advocate for themselves and others.

The organisers said the conference would also encourage women to participate more actively in workplaces, businesses, communities and public life.

The programme will feature practical sessions, conversations, networking opportunities and the Speakathon, a SpeakHER platform that provides women and girls with an opportunity to speak publicly on issues they consider important.

The 2026 Speakathon will focus on four areas: Leadership and Governance, Women’s Health and Wellness, Advocacy, and AI and Digital Transformation.

Co-founder of SpeakHER, Rolake Akinkugbe-Filani, said the initiative was established to address gaps in confidence, communication skills and opportunities that can prevent women from effectively expressing their ideas and leadership capacity.

She said the conference would encourage women to communicate confidently, amplify issues that matter to them and participate actively in spaces where their voices can influence outcomes.

Another co-founder, Ayo Mairo-Ese, said the event would help women recognise the importance of their voices and develop the skills required to use them effectively.

According to her, SpeakHER 2026 would create opportunities for women to step forward, be heard and translate their perspectives into meaningful action.

The organisers added that participants would have opportunities to exchange ideas, build professional connections and join the wider SpeakHER community.

SpeakHER is a platform focused on helping women and girls develop the confidence, skills and opportunities to communicate, advocate and lead, under its mission, “Shaping Narratives. Inspiring Change.”