YALI: Empowering Youth for Climate Action and Sustainable Development
Young African Leaders Initiative’s (YALI) involvement with the Empowering Youth Civil Society to Build Stronger Communities in Nigeria Project has contributed to significant change in Nasarawa State, equipping young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to champion climate action. EcoSusNet, one of the 15 youth CSOs trained by NGYouthSDGs, reached and trained YALI, […]
Freedom Of Speech and Social Justice: A Call For Equity & Inclusion
As we observe the International Day for Social Justice on February 20th, it’s essential to consider the critical role of freedom of speech in promoting social justice in Nigeria. Freedom of speech is a vital human right that empowers individuals to voice their opinions, advocate for change, and demand accountability from leaders. In a just […]
Bridging the Gap: Inspiring a New Generation
Investing in the leadership development and active citizenship of Nigeria’s younger population is pivotal to creating a nation with a shared purpose that inspires sustainable development. NGYouthSDGs’ tailor-made programs for young people across Nigeria aim to build a network of socially conscious young leaders willing to work to improve their communities, states, and the […]
#COVIDPositiveStories – Adeyemo Oluwabusola
Adeyemo Oluwabusola is the Executive Director of Gertrude Olowo Empowerment Initiative. This is her #COVIDPositiveStory. Before the lockdown began, we were inspired by the need to support teenage girls between ages 11 – 19 years, advocating for a safe space for them with all-round education and mental awareness. Our major objective is to equip them […]
COVIDPositiveStories – Tomisin Adefare
Tomisin Adefare is an Agricultural Extension Officer by training, Sheis the Founder/CEO of Topak Agro Hub. This is her #COVIDPositiveStory. According to the World Health Organization guidelines to address COVID-19, there is a need for immediate health response to suppress the transmission of the virus, to end the pandemic, and to tackle many social and […]
36 Young Nigerians to Attend First #UN75 Youth Dialogue With UN Deputy Secretary General
January 1, 2020, saw the launch of the UN75 initiative – the largest, most inclusive conversation on the role of global cooperation in building a better future for all. The initiative will see the UN spark dialogues throughout 2020 in diverse settings across the world. In a ‘global reality check’, four innovative data streams will […]
Nigerian Youth SDGs Network Commemorates International Youth Day with Youth Dialogue in 20 States
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Adenike Bamigbade youth@nigerianyouthsdgs.org Nigerian Youth SDGs Network Commemorates International Youth Day with Youth Dialogue in 20 States Lagos, August 7th, 2019 – Nigerian Youth SDGs Network, a coalition of youth-led and focused civil society organizations localizing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through advocacy and SDGs project […]
