Olaoluwa Abagun

Olaoluwa Abagun (born August 24, 1992) is a Nigerian lawyer and women's rights activist. Abagun was born in Lagos Nigeria to an inter-religious family whose father is a Muslim, while her mother is a Christian. She has three brothers.

Quotes

• Despite the overwhelming pushback against gender equality, I encourage young women and girls to remain resilient and hopeful for the holistic change we are working to create.
  • Abagun talk about pushing back against gender equality.

• I anticipate a day in my lifetime when women and girls can thrive and take up space in all socioeconomic and political spheres of society without fear of violence.
  • Abagun talks about women holding positions in political spheres.

• I call on governments, policymakers, and other key stakeholders to prioritize the rights and well-being of women and girls in COVID response plans.
  • Abagun talks about women fares during the pandemic

• Despite the challenges to women’s and girls’ empowerment, young women and girls must remain resilient and hopeful for the holistic change we are working to create.
  • Abagun encourages women empowerment

• I am a lawyer (in equity), vocal girls’ rights advocate, and an unapologetic feminist.
  • Abagun talks firmly about herself.

• My doting parents raised me to believe in Gender Equality.
  • Abagun talks about her upbringing with her parents

• Feminism is the translucent lens through which I view all individuals – EQUAL, regardless of gender.
  • Abagun talks about feminism

• I am a Woman of Rubies because of the passion I exude and my commitment to purposeful living
  • Abagun talk about herself lovers of rubies

• "Gender equality is not just about human rights; it is about human potential."
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• "Young African women are not just the future of leadership on the continent—they are leading right now, driving transformation and demanding accountability in every sector."
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• "To end gender-based violence, we must address its root causes, including patriarchal norms, economic inequality, and institutional failure."
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• "Empowering adolescent girls with bodily autonomy and comprehensive education is fundamental to breaking generational cycles of inequality."
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