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About Warien Rose Academy

Warien Rose Academy is a forward-thinking leadership academy shaped by humanitarian purpose, executive education, mentorship and inclusive opportunity.

Founder Vision

Warien Rose Academy is the vision of Prof Doc Efe Anaughe

About the founder:

I am a humanitarian, lawyer, and human rights advocate with over 30 years of experience championing the rights of women and marginalized communities. As the founder and CEO of the Warien Rose Foundation--a non-profit organization established in 1988/89--I have led initiatives that provide advocacy, social development, empowerment programs, emotional support groups, and human rights services.

Recognized as an expert in anti-money laundering (AML), counter-financing of terrorism (CFT), and anti-corruption compliance, I hold certification as an AML/CFT and Anticorruption Compliance Manager. I successfully completed The International Anti-Corruption Academy's course on "AML/CFT and Anticorruption Compliance: Comparative Aspects and Practical Implementation."

A specialist in gender-based violence and a committed advocate for gender equity, I have dedicated my career to advancing the rights and well-being of women and girls. I am the convener and founding coordinator of NGOs CSOs Consortium International, a global initiative with multiple country chapters and over 3,000 member organizations in Nigeria alone.

My humanitarian contributions have been widely recognized, earning me numerous awards and the distinction of being a triple gold medalist with an MBA, DBA, and Academy designation from the Roxbourg Institute of Social Entrepreneurship. I have written extensively, contributing to several publications, including 40 Pearls of Wisdom, where I authored the chapter "Tenacity."

30+ Years Humanitarian advocacy

Founder & CEO Warien Rose Foundation

RISE Fellow Roxbourg Institute

G100 Chair Domestic Abuse, Nigeria

A life of advocacy, education and service.

For the past two decades, Prof Doc Efe Anaughe has hosted Love Bug, a popular relationship program on UNILAG 103.1 FM in Lagos, Nigeria. She is also the author of The Bachelorette Column in The Sun Newspaper Nigeria.

In addition to her advocacy and media work, she serves on the boards of several organizations, including Zuritech Limited, Zuriel Earthworks Limited, and Warien Rose International. She also serves as the Acting Regional Chair and Regional Manager of the AML/CFT CSO Forum for West Africa, as well as Chair of the Nigeria chapter.

Why Warien Rose Academy exists.

In 2024, Prof Doc Efe Anaughe founded Warien Rose Academy, an institution committed to providing specialized training and education for all genders, with a focus on equal opportunity and representation.

Her life's work is driven by a deep passion for humanity, especially issues affecting women and girls. In recognition of her dedication, she was appointed the G100 Nigeria Country Chair on Domestic Abuse, part of a prestigious global collective of distinguished leaders.

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Academy Purpose

Professional excellence with inclusive opportunity.

Warien Rose Academy supports leaders through education, mentorship, coaching, diversity, equity and inclusion.

Inclusive Learning

Learning spaces that value representation, respect and belonging.

Leadership Growth

Confidence, communication and decision-making for real-world influence.

Mentorship

Guidance that supports personal growth and professional direction.

Global Mindset

Leadership learning with international awareness and wider networks.

Faculty Voices

Words from WRA Faculty

Reflections from faculty members on the learning culture, mentorship and transformation inside Warien Rose Academy.

Words from WRA Faculty

Joy Onyebuchi Nweke

"Hellooooo! I'm Joy Onyebuchi Nweke, a Humanitarian Advocate, Administrator, Mentor, and Entrepreneurship Specialist with over a decade of experience. My journey with the Warien Rose Academy has been truly transformative. Though I've worked in vocational spaces, providing opportunities for the underserved, I realized that my approach was somewhat shallow. The Academy opened my eyes to the understanding of real impact, deep thinking, clarity of purpose, and most importantly, leadership qualities that began a deep personal transformation.

I'm incredibly grateful to the Academy's learning. I received guidance and mentorship that has helped me navigate challenges and unlock new insights in running my organization seamlessly. Through continuous learning and mentorship, I've gained the tools to create lasting change in my community. I'm grateful for the Academy's investment in my growth and look forward to paying it forward by empowering others."

Words from WRA Faculty

Morenike Taire

Innovative. Resilient. Global. These and many other terms are those that come to mind when talking of Warien Rose Academy.

As a fully global, fully domestically equipped institution, Warien Rose Academy, fondly referred to by us as WRA, defines for me what quality learning of the future looks like. Despite engaging in various short term trainings over my professional life, I negotiated any long term learning endeavours with much caution. "How would I sit down for hours under the tutelage of others?" I secretly asked myself.

Within weeks, the inspiring hunger for progress of those around me quickly sucked me in, transporting me into many worlds. WRA has challenged me, stretched me and often filled me with pride. Of course WRA is a triple gold academy: Leadership, Empathy and Cooperation are non negotiable.

The future is here — come and join us.

Words from WRA Faculty

Dr. Funmilayo Arowoogun

My journey with Warien Rose Academy has been nothing short of transformational. The Academy goes far beyond theory — it offers practical, hands-on exposure to the real world of social enterprise and the power it holds to create lasting impact. Through this platform, I have connected with brilliant minds from across the globe, built meaningful networks, and enjoyed the rich camaraderie of like-minded change-makers.

Under the remarkable leadership of Dr. Efe Anaughe, Warien Rose Academy stands as a beacon for those who want to use enterprise as a tool for positive change. For me, being part of this community has been a life-changing journey, one that I will always treasure.

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