Toun Okewale Sonaiya is a Trailblazing Media Entrepreneur & Women’s Empowerment Advocate with over 30 years of experience in broadcast journalism and media management. Toun is a leading voice in strategic communication, public engagement, and inclusive governance.
As Co-Founder and CEO of Women Radio 91.7 FM, she amplifies women’s voices, promotes gender balance, and drives social change.
Toun holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. Key Achievements: – Convener of the Voice of Women (VOW) Conference & Awards, shaping national conversations on women’s leadership and governance – Collaborated with global media powerhouses like the BBC on impactful documentaries – Provided strategic communication training to international organizations like UN Women and political leaders – Engaged with over 3,000 women nationwide to build support for inclusive governance Leadership Roles: – Chair, Board of Trustees, Centre for Women’s Health and Information – Trustee, Independent Broadcast Association of Nigeria (IBAN) – President, CSWA Nigeria Certifications: – Certified Member, Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) – Certified Advertising Practitioner, Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON)