Our work
Our programs
Education, youth leadership and well-being; built with the schools and communities we serve.
01 · Education & Opportunity
Education & Opportunity
Practical support for young people’s education and the confidence to pursue their next opportunity.
Rural Youth Scholarship
Annual scholarships for Grade 12 students in Strathcona County who demonstrate social justice and community leadership. The annual application period runs from January to March, with awards presented in April.
Scholarship detailsEssay writing & debate
Annual competitions bring together students from more than 20 government secondary schools in Akwa Ibom State. Students develop their ideas, write and speak in front of peers, educators and community members.
Our work in Akwa Ibom State02 · Youth Leadership & Community
Youth Leadership
& Community
Opportunities for young people to understand the issues around them and take an active role in their communities.
School outreach
Anti-racism and mental health workshops for students in Grades 7–9. Sessions help students recognize bias, speak up and support one another.
Youth leadership forums
Forums and community events give young people space to share their perspectives and learn from others.
Purple Tie Change Lab
Young people explore a community concern, gather evidence and develop a response through five stages.
NOTICE → PROVE → CREATE → ACT → ACCOUNT
Explore Change Lab03 · Well-being & Belonging
Well-being
& Belonging
Mental wellness workshops
In-class presentations developed with guidance counsellors share health education and resources that support young people’s well-being.
Cultural awareness
Youth leadership forums and cultural events encourage understanding and appreciation of different cultures.
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