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The Return: Women’s Leadership & Wellness Residency

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Program Overview

The Return is a transformative residency experience designed for women seeking renewal, personal growth, meaningful connection, and leadership development. Through guided conversations, wellness activities, mentorship, and collaborative sessions, participants will have the opportunity to step away from everyday demands and reconnect with themselves, their goals, and their communities.

Hosted in a calm and engaging environment, the residency combines learning, reflection, networking, and practical development experiences. Participants will leave with strengthened relationships, renewed clarity, actionable insights, and tools to support both their personal and professional journeys.

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Program Highlights

Step away from daily routines and enter a focused environment designed for growth, reflection, learning, and meaningful connection.
Engage in activities that support mental, emotional, and personal well-being while creating space for rest and self-discovery.
Gain insights from experienced speakers, mentors, and facilitators through practical discussions and shared experiences.
Connect with ambitious women, build genuine relationships, and become part of a supportive community that extends beyond the residency.
Experience the energy of Nigerian culture through music, dance, storytelling, and moments that celebrate our shared identity and diversity.

What's Included

Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Group Meals
Wifi Costs
Some Program Activity Costs
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Welcome Dinner
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
International SIM Card
Guide / Chaperone
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
In-Country Orientation
Training
Academic Advising
Financial Aid Counseling
Use of Gym
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Micro-Credential(s) / Certification(s)
Teaching Practicum
Letter of Recommendation
Certificate of Completion
Souvenirs

Exclusions

All Program Activity Costs
Medical / Accident Insurance
Travel Insurance
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
Visa Fees
Domestic Airfare
International Airfare
Required Equipment
Some Equipment
Laundry
Student Union Fees
Language Lessons
Background Check Fees
Vaccination Costs
TEFL Certification
Job Search Support
TEFL Course Tuition
Academic Credit
TESOL Certification
Emergency Support

Program Details

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Locations

  • Lagos, Nigeria

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026, 2027

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Couples, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Application Fee
  • Background Check
  • Deposit
  • Physical Exam/Health Records

Age Requirement

21+

Duration

  • Career Break / Mid-Career
  • After College

Starts At

  • 2 Weeks: $1,799
  • 4 weeks: $3,200
  • 8 weeks: $6,000

Deposit / Application Fee

Deposit: $1,000Application Fee: $99

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Who is this residency for?

The residency is designed for women interested in personal growth, wellness, leadership, entrepreneurship, creativity, and meaningful community. Whether you are a student, founder, creative, professional, or simply in a season of rediscovery, this experience is for you.

Is accommodation included?

Yes. The residency experience includes accommodation for selected participants throughout the duration of the program to ensure a fully immersive and distraction-free experience.

Do I need prior experience or a business to apply?

No. The residency welcomes women from different backgrounds and stages of life. What matters most is openness to learning, connection, and growth.

What makes this residency different?

The Return combines wellness, culture, leadership, creativity, and authentic human connection in a way that feels deeply personal, culturally relevant, and community-driven rather than overly formal or transactional.

What should participants expect during the residency?

Participants can expect a blend of wellness sessions, mentorship conversations, networking opportunities, reflective activities, cultural experiences, and fun social moments inspired by Nigerian community culture.

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