Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced the launch of the second edition of its women empowerment initiative, the HerFidelity Apprenticeship Programme 2.0 (HAP 2.0), aimed at promoting sustainable entrepreneurship among women.
The programme is designed to equip participants with practical, income-generating vocational and business skills, building on the success of the inaugural edition held in 2023.
Speaking at a media chat to mark the launch, the Divisional Head, Product Development of Fidelity Bank, Osita Ede, said the initiative was strengthened based on feedback from the first edition to deliver deeper impact.
He explained that HAP 2.0 will combine structured apprenticeship training with mentorship and business advisory support to help women achieve sustainable economic opportunities.
According to him, participants will undergo intensive apprenticeship training under reputable industry partners in areas such as hair styling, shoemaking, auto mechatronics and interior decoration.
Ede added that the programme will go beyond skills acquisition by providing business and financial literacy training, mentorship support, access to women-focused and SME financial solutions, and guidance on business registration and growth strategies.
He noted that the initiative aligns with the bank’s commitment to supporting economic inclusion by positioning women as future entrepreneurs, innovators and employers within their communities.
Interested applicants are encouraged to register through the programme portal.
Fidelity Bank UK Limited operates as the bank’s international subsidiary, while the bank serves over 10 million customers across its digital platforms and 255 business locations in Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
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