About BWG Lagos
Since 1960, BWG Lagos has brought women together through friendship, support, and meaningful charitable impact.
Who We Are
Since its inception in 1960, the British Women’s Group Lagos (BWG) has been a community built on friendship, support, and service. We help women settle into and navigate life in Lagos while creating lasting social and cultural connections.
Most of our members, or their partners, hold UK or Commonwealth Realm passports, although we also welcome a limited number of associate members from other countries.
BWG has a vibrant social calendar featuring monthly luncheons, coffee mornings, guest speaker events, charity visits, fundraisers, quarterly drinks evenings, and community clubs including craft club, book club, and Mahjong.
Social Activities
Craft Group
Monthly Coffee Morning
Morning Walk
Wine book club
Mahjong
Quarterly drink with partner
Charitable Work
Giving back is at the heart of BWG Lagos. Through fundraising events, member support, and sponsor partnerships, BWG has helped underserved communities across Nigeria for more than six decades.
Christmas Bazaar
Our flagship annual fundraiser featuring shopping, crafts, food, and community spirit — with proceeds supporting charities.
Small World Event
A multicultural celebration raising awareness and funds for community organisations through sponsorships and participation.
Since 1960
Giving Back
₦12M+
Recent Support
15+
Projects Supported
100%
Transparent Giving
The people behind BWG
Our Leadership
Meet the women who lead and coordinate BWG Lagos.
Olga D’Souza
ChairwomanBringing global experience and vibrant energy, Olga creates welcoming events, memorable outings, and meaningful connections across the BWG community.
Executive Committee
Coordinators working together to support members, events, and charity initiatives.
Mariam Abdurrahman
TreasurerAn experienced finance leader and mother of three, Mariam manages BWG finances while supporting a strong community spirit and meaningful impact.
Aanchal Bhushan
SecretaryA proud mother of three and international expat, she brings a global perspective and passion for community, collaboration, and cultural connection to her role as BWG Secretary.
Anne Kloss
MembershipBritish-Australian, Anne has lived in eight countries across four continents and spent 15+ years in petroleum economics. She now helps new members feel as welcome at BWG as she did.
Meenu K Bendre
Charities Co-ordinatorHaving called Nigeria home for 25 years across Kano, Abuja and Lagos, Meenu brings compassion and a love of cultural diversity to the BWG Charity Committee, helping empower women and uplift communities.
Social Co-ordinator
Aileen Portillo
Social Media Co-ordinatorSupports BWG communications, photography, and media presence while helping share community activities and events.
Titiloye Ashamu
Committee MemberSupports BWG bazaar activities by coordinating vendors, logistics, and event planning to help create successful community events.
Mickey de Jong
Committee MemberA long-time expatriate with a passion for creativity, Mickey leads BWG craft initiatives that support fundraising and charity projects.
Dr. Alexandra Laraba Anga
Committee MemberA Nigerian-British paediatrician passionate about children’s well-being, charity work, and supporting the BWG community.
Become Part of Our Community
Join BWG and connect with like-minded women while making a positive impact.