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Youth-oriented since 2013Building tomorrow's leaders today
To be a pillar for African Youth Development.
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Youth-oriented since 2013Mentoring girls. Changing futures.
Keeping girls in school and prepared to lead.
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Youth-oriented since 2013Your support goes further
Help us reach more young people across Nigeria.
6,000+
Girls impacted through Integrated Community Menstrual Hygiene Program (ICMHP)
Plus 1000+ stakeholders impacted.
2,000+
Adolescents reached through Comprehensive Sexual and Reproductive Health Program
In- and out-of-school adolescents across Kaduna, Nasarawa, Bauchi, Plateau States and the FCT.
1,500+
Youths Reached through the Economic & Enterprise Development Program
..designed to promote sustainable livelihoods, entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, and economic empowerment among young people and women...
4,000+
impacted through the MakeHer Space Innovation Hub
...through technology, innovation, and capacity-building programs, MakeHer Space seeks to bridge the gender gap in STEM, digital skills, entrepreneurship, and leadership
We are youth-oriented
Youth Initiative for Sustainable Human Development in Africa
Youth Initiative for Sustainable Human Development in Africa is a non-governmental organisation based in Nigeria. Established in 2013, YiSHDA focuses on serving the youth population by providing support and opportunities for their personal and professional development. The organization aims to help young people discover and develop their potential, develop leadership skills, and cultivate value-creation abilities. By addressing knowledge gaps and providing educational training and capacity-enhancement programs, YiSHDA seeks to empower young individuals to make informed decisions and contribute to sustainable human development.
What we do
Our programs
Civic Engagement, Education & Governance
Empowering young people to participate in civic life and hold institutions accountable through voter education, advocacy, and governance literacy.
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Sexual & Reproductive Health
Improving access to accurate sexual and reproductive health information and services for adolescents and young people, with a focus on girls.
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Tech4Development
Equipping youth with digital skills and technology tools to solve local problems, access opportunities, and drive innovation.
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Library Development Interventions
Strengthening libraries as community learning hubs with better access to books, digital resources, and literacy programs.
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Girls Mentorship Programs
Mentoring in- and out-of-school girls to build confidence, leadership, and life skills, keeping them in school and prepared for the future.
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Economic & Enterprise Development
Supporting young people with entrepreneurship training, mentorship, and resources to start and grow enterprises and achieve independence.
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YiSHDA is a not-for-profit and non-governmental organization with an aim to inspire and educate young people by building their capacity, leadership and responsibility skills.
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