LIS History
About Us
The Ladies in Sports (LIS) is a non profit organisation founded in 2016 to promote women in sports and improve the standard of living of women in sports in Nigeria.
Our annual conference has grown to include more than 200 participants, with delegates and speakers from Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana, South Africa and Zambia, and has gained international recognition; forming partnerships with La Liga in Spain and Women in Football in the United Kingdom.
Ladies in Sport International helps to address the issues affecting women in the sports industry.
Mission and Vision
To engage in action and discussion focused on empowering women and girls through a successful career in sports and by simply participating in sports.
A well commercialized sports industry for women that creates jobs, ensures equality and an increase in girls participating in sports for leisure or as a career.
Our Team
We believe in unlocking potential through equal access to sports. Meet the team championing girls’ and women’s empowerment in Nigeria.