In a vibrant celebration of the International Day of The Girl Child this October, ChiYoWo, a beacon of education and empowerment, extended its heartfelt commitment to nurturing young minds. With a vision to foster a love for learning, we embarked on a transformative Book Drive, leaving an indelible mark on two esteemed schools nestled in the heart of the Ikorodu community in Lagos State, Nigeria
Adorable Kiddies Royal School, Towolawi street, Benson Bus stop, Ikorodu, Lagos and Master Mind Lead Schools, Selewu Road, Igbogbo, Ikorodu, Lagos.

ChiYoWo’s Book Donation at Adorable Kiddies’ Royal Schools
Esther, representing ChiYoWo, visited Adorable Kiddies’ Royal Schools on October 11, 2023, to celebrate the International Day of
the Girl Child. Aligned with the theme, “Invest in Girls’ Rights: Our leadership, our well-being”. ChiYoWo donated books to the school library as part of their Book Drive project. The event aimed to inspire a love for learning and underscore ChiYoWo’s commitment to empowering young minds at Adorable Kiddies’ Royal
Schools.

Master Mind Lead Schools; was visited by Esther on Tuesday, 31st of October 2023 to commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child themed, “Invest in Girls’ Rights: Our leadership, our well-being” and the importance of a reading culture “Literacy for a Cause” while donating books to the school library in relation to ChiYoWo’s Book Drive Project. The orientation session was followed by questions and answers. The students also had an interclass debate prepared on “Medical Profession is better than Teaching Profession”. The debate session was followed by presentation of art works made by the students. Followed by book donation.

In conclusion, ChiYoWo’s Book Drive initiative, held in celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child, has made a significant impact on the students of Adorable Kiddies Royal School and Master Mind Lead Schools in Ikorodu, Lagos. By donating books and fostering a culture of literacy, ChiYoWo continues to uphold its mission of empowering young minds, particularly girls, to realize their potential through education. The interactive sessions, including debates and art presentations, further enriched the experience, leaving the students inspired and eager to explore new horizons. As we reflect on these efforts, we remain committed to supporting education and empowerment, ensuring that every child, especially girls, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and lead in their communities.

The month of May is globally dedicated to celebrating children and making them happy to commemorate 2023 Children’s Day on the 27th of May, ChiYoWo donated 100 books to Rubbing Minds Initiative.

The donation took place at ChiYoWo’s office in Ikorodu, Lagos State, with the handing over done by Mr. Onyeka to Miss Gbemisola the founder of the Rubbing Minds Initiative. She expressed her gratitude and also shared how the books will be of great value to the intended children.

In conclusion, the book donation to Rubbing Minds Initiative marks another significant step in ChiYoWo’s commitment to empowering children through education. By providing these 100 books, we aim to inspire a love for reading and learning among the children, fostering their intellectual growth and creativity. We believe that this small gesture will make a lasting impact on their lives, and we remain dedicated to supporting similar initiatives in the future. The positive feedback from Miss Gbemisola reinforces our belief in the value of this partnership, and we look forward to more collaborations that uplift and empower the next generation.

The ChiYoWo Summer Mentoring Hub has proven to be a transformative experience for both participants and mentors alike. The overall impact of the programme extends beyond just knowledge sharing—it has ignited a passion for innovation and provided participants with the tools and guidance necessary to turn their ideas into reality.

Through the mentorship and coaching provided, participants not only gained valuable insights but also developed tangible solutions that address real-world challenges. The creation of FEED EXPRESS and THE CONNECTO exemplifies the potential of the young entrepreneurs who joined the hub. These applications are a direct reflection of the innovative spirit, collaboration, and dedication fostered within the program.

Feedback from our mentors has been overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the participants’ eagerness to learn, their creativity, and their commitment to making a difference. The mentors expressed their satisfaction with the progress made during the programme and emphasized the importance of continued support to help these ventures scale and thrive.

In conclusion, the ChiYoWo Summer Mentoring Hub has laid a strong foundation for future cohorts and has demonstrated the power of mentorship in unlocking the potential of young entrepreneurs. As we look ahead, we are excited to continue this journey of empowerment, growth, and innovation, confident that the seeds planted in this hub will yield impactful ventures that make a difference in the world.

On Friday, 24th of January, 2024, ChiYoWo received the Executive-in-Council of Ikorodu Student’s Association in our office in Ikorodu, Lagos State, for a familiarization meeting .

The meeting availed us the opportunity to share ideas, discuss programs and projects of the organizations, and the need for a collaboration and partnership towards achieving our common goals.

We look forward to working together to help support the students through mentorship and intervention programs.

Once again, we appreciate the students leaders for the visitation and also for their laudable programs they have embarked on towards academic and personal growth of the students in their constituency.

Unlock your potential this Summer!
Registration ends 30th July 2023. Apply here to register your interest. Hurry now as spaces are limited!!!
Come prepared with your laptop or desktop and a willingness to upskill. Learn how to improve and apply the latest digital and entrepreneurship skills to your projects, businesses, and social impact initiatives. Also, get ready to boost your remote working from anywhere in Africa, the UK, and the EU.
Apply for 1 of 50 places on the ChiYoWo Sustainability Mentoring Hub, a FREE programme delivered by experts who have trained thousands of people across the globe.
Format:
Virtual and Practical based training via ZOOM. Leads will provide course topics and further information during induction. Links will be provided to registered learners only. Registration ends 30th July 2023.
Learning outcomes:
·       Use collaboration tools to work on projects and social impact initiatives and work with virtual       Teams
·       Identify and solve problems using Easy Coding (AI &IoT) including remote control of drones, alarms, lights, etc
·       Boost remote working skills in readiness for global opportunities
·       Enhance career path
·       Network with others across the globe
See you soon!

ChiYoWo had a wonderful time celebrating with the winners of the just concluded Prize Award Ceremony of ChiYoWo’s World Creative and Innovation Quest 2023: Step Out, Innovate, and Solve a Problem Competition.

The Ceremony that took place online with a packed virtual room full of guests and partners was a testament to how excited we were to finally give out the Prizes to the deserving winners.

Emmanuel Obanijesu (Emlight – Reading Light) emerged as the winner (Branded Laptop and Cash Prize), followed by Umar Iman (Afrik Eco Designers – Recycling) as the 1st Runner-up (Branded Phone and Cash Prize) and Adefunke Bello (Waste Management Solutions) as the 2nd Runner-up (Cash Prize). In their acceptance speeches, they all pledged to continue to work to develop solutions that would positively impact their communities and the world.

It was an honour to have our Chairman of the Ceremony Dr. Ebenezer Idowu Ajayi deliver his keynote talk where he encouraged youth to, ‘Talk the talk; and walk the walk’, while they make changes to something existent or introduce new methods, ideas or products in the bid to find sustainable solutions to existing or new global challenges.

In addition, ChiYoWo announced and introduced the ChiYoWo Mentoring Hub – Sustainability Programme. According to the Founder of the ChiYoWo Initiative, Tokunbo Ifaturoti, “support from our volunteers and partners will be vital as we continuously dedicate time and effort to empowering youth, by offering a comprehensive platform for structured training, personalized mentorship, and invaluable practical experiences”. 

Our thanks go out to our Organising Committee led by Onyeka Titigbe and Esther Temilade, our Judges, Viviane Adjado, Karen Miles, and Dumi Senda, to our partners, Stephanie Inneh (Talscent, the Handmade Sustainable Candle Making Company), Dr. Ajayi (Ebelola Bioenergetic Solutions/ STEMSEL Nigeria/ STEMSEL Foundation Australia) and all our volunteers and guests.

What a great achievement!

ChiYoWo’s Giving Back, Paying it Forward, and Paving the Way for our Youth mantra is mainly achievable because of our Volunteers, Partners, and of course our Youth.
Join us as we celebrate ChiYoWo’s World Creative and Innovation Quest Award Ceremony. It promises to be exciting!!!
Time: Saturday, June 17, 2023, 10:30 AM WAT
Meeting ID: 880 9157 5843
Passcode: 298386
Kindly share and invite your friends and family and we look forward to seeing you.
Many thanks,
Esther
Project Coordinator

Happy Environment Day 2023

Happy Environment Day. We remain committed to protecting our planet. Let us remain encouraged.

#Plasticpollution

Happy Africa Day

Let us keep building a strong Africa! ChiYoWo and its partners remain committed.

Happy Children’s Day

A Happy Children’s Day to all our Global Children! We wish you all enjoy this day and keep on aiming for the best. Always.

#Aimforthebest

We are thrilled to announce the winners of the recent “CHIYOWO WORLD CREATIVE AND INNOVATION QUEST COMPETITION”.
After an extensive and meticulous evaluation and interview process, our judges have identified three exceptional individuals with highly promising ideas and solutions. Those who didn’t make it were awesome as well.
Emmanuel Obanijesu *1st*
Umar Imam *2nd*
Adefunke Bello *3rd*
In recognition of their achievements, we are pleased to offer an exclusive opportunity for mentorship and support to not only the winners but to all participants who took part in the competition. We believe in nurturing and empowering the innovative minds that have graced our event, and our mentorship program aims to provide guidance and assistance to further refine their ideas and foster sustainable growth.
We are also excited to introduce the *ChiYoWo Sustainability Hub Mentoring Programme*, which will commence in July 2023, and look forward to this exciting opportunity.

Theme: Step Out, Innovate, and Solve a Problem

Duration: 28/04/23 – 12/05/23

Entry Details: Maximum of 2 minutes video presentation of a scientific or artistic solution that can solve a social or sustainable development issue in your community. 1 original entry per participant.

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Submission: Facebook (@chiyowoinitiative1), Instagram, and Twitter (@chiyowoini)

Selection Criteria: Entries with the most ‘likes’ and ‘comments’ on our social media handles.

How to Participate:

  1. Age: 18-25 years
  2. Nigerian living in Lagos state and its environs
  3. Participants and supporters must follow us on all our social media handles
  4. Describe in your video and social media caption how your creation or innovation will contribute to sustainable development in the society
  5. Post entry video on your Instagram page with the hashtags#chiyowostepoutandinnovate #chiyowoini
  6. Tag all our handles in the Selection Criteria
  7. Presentation of Awards will be in person in Lagos State
  8. Winners must bring identification

Prizes:

Winner: Brand New Laptop and Cash Prize

1st Runner up: Brand New Phone and Cash Prize

2nd Runner up: Cash Prize

Mentorship opportunity for winners with Talscent (United Kingdom) and STEMSEL Foundation (Australia)

Exciting times lie ahead, let us see what you have got! Enjoy.

Thanks to all our supporters and Partners.

ChiYoWo

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