The Bridge Leadership Foundation is proud to facilitate skills training for 21 enthusiastic youths from the Obutong community in Cross River State, sponsored by Lafarge. Our comprehensive training programs encompass the following valuable skills: 1. NEBOSH Certificate Training 2. Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) Training Certification 3. Solar Panel Installation […]
Emerging Political Leaders Fellowship – October 2023
“As a Fellow of the Emerging Political Leaders Fellowship 2023, I have had the incredible opportunity to be a part of an initiative that has truly changed the trajectory of my career and personal growth. This fellowship, initiated by The Bridge Leadership Foundation, was a transformative experience that provided me […]
Teachers Support Programme (TSP) – October 2023
In the vibrant month of October, The Bridge Leadership Foundation embarked on a transformative teacher training journey, thanks to the generous sponsorship of the T.Y. Danjuma Foundation. This initiative aimed to empower and equip educators in the Akpabuyo and Bakassi Local Government Areas of Cross River State, Nigeria. The programme […]
THE EMERGING POLITICAL LEADERS FELLOWSHIP VIRTUAL TRAINING – AUGUST OVERVIEW
The month of August started on a learning note for our fellows who are constantly gaining immense value from the critical knowledge derived from all the various modules. This month we completed the module on Election Management. These sessions opened new horizons for our fellows, unquestionably adding significant value. To […]
LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME – AUGUST NEWSLETTER
With great enthusiasm, more than 200 young and eager mentees have embarked on an enriching journey of learning and engagement during their summer break. This experience has proven to be profoundly transformative, providing them with an invaluable opportunity that they hold dear. For many, this program stands out as a […]
Y4DRR Essay Competition 2023 – Word of Resilience: Youth Perspectives on Urban Flood Solutions
The “Words of Resilience: Youth Perspectives on Urban Flood Solutions” project is undertaken to address the pressing challenge of urban flooding, a consequence of climate change, rapid urbanization, and inadequate risk reduction infrastructure. This project aims to provide a platform for young people to express their concerns, ideas, and solutions […]
UNESCO – UNEVOC Skills in Action Photo Competition 2023
Are you an amateur or professional photographer with an interest in youth skills? Don’t miss your chance to enter the UNESCO-UNEVOC Skills in Action Photo Competition! You are eligible to participate as long as; you are at least 18 years old you are the owner or copyright holder of the […]
Jobberman/EbonyLife Creative Academy Shirt-film Competition 2023 for Content Creators in Nigeria
Jobberman Nigeria has announced a first-of-its-kind short-film competition for content creators in Nigeria to capture key findings in its latest How Young People Survive without Job report. Announced in partnership with EbonyLife Creative Academy (ELCA), an institution that offers world-class courses for filmmakers, winners of the competition will receive up […]
SDG INNOVATION CHALLENGE
Are you a young African with a desire to collaborate with others who share your passion for creating positive change starting from the local level? If you are a student, professional, community activist, change-maker, or simply someone interested in making a difference on the continent and in the world, the […]
LAFARGE PROJECT
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 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 […]
THE EMERGING POLITICAL LEADERS FELLOWSHIP PRE-TRAINING IMMERSION FIRESIDE CHAT PANEL DISCUSSION/ VIRTUAL TRAINING
We are thrilled to announce the induction of 25 fellows into the 2023 Emerging Political Leaders Fellowship cohort on May 26th. This fully-funded, non-partisan Political Leadership development project aims to nurture and prepare young Nigerians for leadership roles at the local, regional, and national levels. The fellows embarked on their […]
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. […]
TRAINING OF TRAINERS WORKSHOP
“As the saying goes: if you don’t know what you stand for, you will fall for anything”. Mentorship is a one-to-one relationship between the Mentor and the Mentee which often requires a lot of skills and experiences that can trigger meaningful growth and development. During the 3-Day Training of Trainers […]