Leadership Redefined: Women & Governance, The EJS Initiative with Ms Ellen Pratt

Описание: Join us for an insightful conversation with Ms Ellen Olounfe Pratt, a seasoned urban planner and governance expert with over 25 years of experience across public and private sectors — including roles as Deputy Minister for Urban Affairs and Commissioner for Land Use in Liberia.

In this episode, Ms Pratt shares her journey navigating leadership in traditionally male-dominated spheres and how that experience informs her current work as Executive Director of the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center for Women & Development (EJS Center).

We explore the EJS Center’s mission to elevate women into governance and leadership positions across Africa — how its vision translates into action, why gender integration in land-use and economic frameworks matter, and the structural barriers women face today. Ms Pratt reflects on effective leadership strategies, the role of mentorship and networks in women’s advancement, and how organizations can foster inclusive governance.

Whether you’re a woman seeking to lead, a policymaker committed to inclusive change, or anyone curious about the intersection of leadership, gender and governance — this episode offers a powerful conversation, full of real-world insight, inspiration, and practical take-aways!
Tune in across all platforms and hear her charge!