○ Hosting a training program for Nigerian public officials from Oct. 12 to 25
○ Aiming to improve gender equality awareness, share experiences in advancing women’s policies, and expand ongoing international exchange

The Gyeonggi Human Resource Development Institute, in partnership with Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), will host a training program titled “Capacity Building for Gender Equality and Women’s Policy in Nigeria” for 14 Nigerian public officials from Oct. 12 to 25, 2025. This year marks the third year of the program, following the first local training in 2023 and the second invitation training in 2024.

The training focuses on addressing gender inequality in Nigerian society and strengthening gender-responsive policy capacity. Main learning areas include gender equality policy and education systems, women’s empowerment and leadership, and the practice and application of gender sensitivity, with Gyeonggi Province sharing its accumulated policy experience. The program aims to help Nigeria build a foundation for its own policy development while strengthening the partnership between the two countries.

In preparing the course, Gyeonggi Province reviewed international gender equality priorities and Nigeria’s local needs. Feedback from last year’s participants was reflected in the program to expand hands-on lectures and field visits. More time was also allocated for drafting action plans to improve practical applicability.

Training in the second year not only improved the policy capabilities of individuals and organizations, but also helped participants build stronger partnerships with one another. The program’s impact extended beyond short-term results. Participants stayed connected through messenger groups, strengthened inter-agency cooperation, and linked policy ideas to further collaboration, showing the potential for long-term exchange. The third year of training focuses on developing concrete and practical policy ideas built on these achievements.

Gyeonggi Human Resource Development Institute President Kim Jae-hoon stated, “As the third year of the program, this training is designed to help Nigerian officials develop concrete policy plans and practical alternatives built on the progress made so far,” adding, “We hope it brings meaningful changes to local education settings and administrative systems while deepening cooperation between our two countries.”

Since 2010, Gyeonggi Province and KOICA have worked together on global training programs for public officials from developing countries. Through courses on public administration, e-government, local autonomy, and women’s policy, the programs have shared Korea and Gyeonggi Province’s policy experiences and development models, contributing to institutional improvement and human resource capacity building in partner countries. Going forward, Gyeonggi Province and KOICA plan to expand customized training programs that reflect each country’s local needs, broaden the scope of international cooperation, and help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).