ELI
Engineering Ladies Initiative
Year Established
2017
Historic foundation
Active Membership
420+ Active Female Engineers
Active student engineers
Current Chairperson
Obi Augusta
2026/2027 Session
Institutional Scope
ELI UNILAG
Faculty of Engineering
About ELI
The Engineering Ladies Initiative (ELI) is the official female empowerment and leadership organ of the University of Lagos Engineering Society (ULES). Established in 2017 to tackle the historic underrepresentation of women in engineering, ELI provides an inclusive, inspiring community for female engineering undergraduates across all departments.
Through its hallmark "ELI Week," executive mentorship circles, and technical bootcamps, the initiative connects students with trailblazing female industry leaders in energy, construction, tech, and aerospace. Additionally, ELI leads impactful secondary school outreach campaigns across Lagos State, debunking stereotypes and mentoring hundreds of young girls to pursue STEM careers, proving that female engineers are at the forefront of national infrastructure development.
Flagship Programs & Events
Key conferences, hackathons, and activities organized by ELI
ELI Week & Annual Gala
Week-long celebration featuring keynote speeches from senior female engineering executives and researchers.
SheEngineers Mentorship Circle
Matching female undergraduates with corporate mentors in energy, tech, civil construction, and robotics.
Girls in STEM Secondary School Tour
State-wide outreach inspiring secondary school girls to embrace mathematics and pursue engineering degrees.
Core Disciplines & Focus Areas
Interested in collaborating with ELI?
Reach out to the executive committee or explore opportunities across the 10 departments and 6 sub-bodies of the University of Lagos Engineering Society.