Esther Ijewere
Verified- Editor-in-Chief, Women of Rubies
- Columnist, The Guardian (Nigeria)
- Host, Get Talking with Esther
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Esther Ijewere’s Biography
Read Full Bio →Esther Ijewere is a Canada-based media strategist, publicist, and social activist, committed to amplifying women’s voices and driving social change. She is the founder of Women of Rubies, a global platform that has spotlighted over three thousand women worldwide. Esther is also a columnist with The Guardian, host of Get Talking with Esther, and convener of the Media Visibility BootCamp and Sip and Network. Through her work across Canada, and beyond, she champion women’s visibility, empowerment,…
Esther Ijewere’s Journalist Portfolio
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Interview
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Awards
See all 6 awards →Canada's Top 100 Black Women To Watch
2023 - CIBWE 100
CIBWE is a platform that celebrates Black women and the advancements they have made in Canada and beyond.
Women of Inspiration Awards
2024 - Catalyst and Advocate for Change
Voice of Women
2019 - Social Innovation
This award acknowledges Esther Ijewere's profound impact on the female gender, a testament to her unwavering commitment to empowerment and positive change.
ELOY Awards
2018 - Social Entrepreneur
Wise women In Media
2016 - Innovative Journalist
Wisdom for Women International celebrates prominent and virtuous women for their pioneering ideas and works in touching lives. Esther was awarded a wise woman in media award for her platform, Women of Rubies, is one of its kind and a trailblazer – it is an outstanding platform not only for “Christian Women”, but other religions in the areas of encouraging and empowering women.”