The Foundation facilitated a training workshop and planting exercise on the LAFARGE agriecology oil palm farm – Corporate social responsibility projects for 6 host communities – Mfamosing, Ekong-Anaku, Akansoko, Abiati, Mbobui, and Akwa Ikot Effanga. Professionals guided the exercise to ensure sustainable farming methods were adopted and approaches for maximizing […]
MENTEES’ ONBOARDING
The mentors in the 24 programme schools have successfully onboarded mentees, with cohorts consisting of a minimum of 30 students each. Following the onboarding, branded notebooks were provided to the selected mentees, who were then introduced to positive affirmations through the “Success Creed,” sparking enthusiastic participation. In some schools, mentors […]
2023 LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TOUR
The one-week leadership tour in Ogoja, Yala, Bekwera, Calabar Municipality, and Calabar South Local Government Area of Cross River State was an incredible experience for both the Foundation’s Team and the participating students. Led by Martha, the Programme Officer, the first session focused on leadership, encouraging participants to share their […]
2023 TEACHERS SUPPORT PROGRAMME
The Teachers Support Programme aims to equip teachers with critical thinking, problem-solving, leadership, and psychosocial skills to establish better connections with students and facilitate the desired transformation. During the one-week training period, participants engaged in value-driven content tailored to address identified gaps. Led by Mr Rotimi Eyitayo, an experienced education […]
LEADERSHIP ADVOCACY PROGRAMME
The monthly Radio talkshow for the month of June focused on strengthening youth capacity for leadership. The key resource guests included Ms. Faith Okon, Assistant Head of Presentation (Radio) at CRBC, now Press Secretary to the First Lady of Cross River State, and Mr. Chibuike Egbujiem, CEO of Sound Mind […]
CALL FOR EXHIBITORS
We are thrilled to announce that applications for exhibitors and vendors are now open for the 2023 Career Day Conference, happening on the 29th of July, 2023! Do you know one or Are you an entrepreneur or an SDG advocate who creates innovative solutions to contribute to a greener, more […]
Career Day Conference
Creating a supportive framework for entrepreneurship and sustainable development stands as a paramount priority. It entails the implementation of favorable policies and regulations that champion sustainable business practices, along with ensuring accessible financing and resources. Furthermore, fostering a culture that values and nurtures entrepreneurship holds tremendous significance. The responsibility for […]
Empowered by a Scholarship: Emmanuel Ukam’s Transformation into a Visionary Leader
In 2015, we had the pleasure of making our initial connection with Emmanuel Ukam during an essay competition held under the prestigious Leadership and Community Development Programme organized by The Bridge Leadership Foundation. His essay on “My Life In A Democratic Nigeria” left us astounded, and captivated by its brilliance. […]
Women Techsters Fellowship Program 2024 For African Women
Women Techsters Fellowship Program 2024: Have you been looking for a 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 training to learn new skills or improve on existing ones? Do you want to learn how to code, build beautiful websites and join the growing number of women in tech? Apply for the Women Techsters Fellowship. Application Deadline: […]
SLA High Growth Coaching Program
The SLA High Growth Coaching Program is a 3-month program to provide entrepreneurs with free business coaching, mentorship, and training to scale their businesses. The High Growth Coaching Program is an exclusive opportunity to develop an action plan for your business with support from your own personal business coach and […]
CANON STUDENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME 2023
Advance your career and take the next step to become a pro photographer with the Canon Student Development Programme. The programme offers students across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa an incredible opportunity to meet leading experts, attend key industry events, and have their portfolios professionally assessed. APPLICATION DEADLINE: April […]
JournalismAI Fellowship Programme
The JournalismAI Fellowship Programme is a free online initiative that brings together journalists and technologists from media organisations worldwide to explore innovative solutions to improve journalism via the use of AI technologies. Applications are now open for the 2023 cohort! APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 21, 2023, at 11:59 PM GMT View […]
QUEEN ELIZABETH COMMONWEALTH SCHOLARSHIP (QECS)
The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) offer a unique opportunity to study for a two-year Master’s degree in a low or middle-income Commonwealth country. Aimed at students who are committed to creating change in their communities, the scholarships are a life-changing opportunity to experience a new country and culture, to […]
Global Citizen Scholarship Program 2023: Call for Young African Change-makers to address SDGs in their Communities
The Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens (BKMC) is proud to announce another call for applications for what will be the 6th round of the GC Scholarship with the objective to empower young African global citizens who are passionate about taking action for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). […]
2023 OSCE Scholarship for Peace and Security
The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Scholarship for Peace and Security in the OSCE area seeks to empower young professionals, in particular women, to engage in the security sector, especially the politico-military security field. The course emphasizes conflict prevention, resolution, management, and post-conflict rehabilitation; through arms control, […]