NOUN Professor Advocates for Women's Empowerment, Calls for End to Gender Imbalance
The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) Dean attributes gender imbalances to cultural perception and women's complicity, calls for equal opportunities and recognition of women's rights, and emphasizes the need for societal change.
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The Dean of the Faculty of Arts at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Prof. Iyabode O.A. Nwabueze, has emphasized the need for women to have equal opportunities to excel in various fields, stressing that neither gender possesses superior intellectual capabilities.
Speaking during her 27th inaugural lecture titled "The Woman is First Human: The Linguistic Exploration of Her Personhood," Nwabueze argued that cultural perceptions and women's own complicity have contributed to issues like female nudism and women's disempowerment.
She called for a realignment of societal views on women, recognizing them first as human beings, inherently deserving of respect and equality. Nwabueze also proposed several recommendations, including NOUN spearheading gender research, developing more inclusive educational materials, and fostering environments that empower women in academia and beyond.
The lecture explored topics related to women's empowerment, including self-determination, societal stereotypes, and linguistic frameworks. Nwabueze's message to women resonated with empowerment, urging them to respect themselves and contribute proactively to societal growth.
The event was attended by distinguished personalities from inside and outside NOUN, reflecting a broad interest in the lecture's theme. Through this inaugural lecture, Nwabueze has set a vibrant tone for future discussions surrounding gender equality and the empowerment of women, solidifying NOUN's commitment to fostering intelligent discourse and progressive policies in the educational sector.
