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Career / Internship Connect by kayasmith: 10:46am On Sep 07, 2013 |
Hi Guys, I just found this website-www.internshipconnect.net and i think it might be useful for fresh graduates who are not currently engaged and are looking for job experience. Internships may just be the way to go. Take a few minute to visit the website. |
Jobs/Vacancies / Internship Connect by kayasmith: 10:40am On Sep 07, 2013 |
Hi Guys, I just found this website-www.internshipconnect.net and i think it might be useful for fresh graduates who are not currently engaged and are looking for job experience. Internships may just be the way to go. Take a few minute to visit the website. |
Nairaland / General / Consultation On Volunteering by kayasmith: 5:04pm On Feb 02, 2012 |
Joint Initiative for Development is organizing a consultation on volunteering on its facebook page from the 13th of February 2012 to the 24th of February 2012. Consultations would consist of two sessions. The first would be from the 13th-17th of February, while the second would be from the 20th-24th of that same month. During the interval between the two sessions, communiqué would be issued by the moderators on issues discussed. The consultations is creatively designed to compile issues affecting the effectiveness of volunteering in Nigeria in a bid to promote volunteering as an effective tool for engaging youths and accruing on-the-job employability skills. Further details are below: Time: 9:00am – 9:00pm daily Facebook Page: http:///yapoKp Theme: “Volunteering: An Effective Tool for empowering young people in the 21st Century” Moderators: Galina Chus (UNV) & Rotimi Olawale (Digital Peers International ) For more information please contact us: info@ji4d.org 08024713322, 08024713327, 08024714013 |
Business / 1-day Free Training For Small And Medium Scale Enterprises In Abuja by kayasmith: 8:15am On Nov 30, 2011 |
The 1-day Free Specialized Training for Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in the Abuja Metropolis is scheduled for the 10th of December, 2011 at the Women Development Center. The Specialized training which will target 200 SMEs with at least five employees is designed to assist SMEs with information that will assist them in scaling up their productivity especially as the holiday season and the New Year approaches. The programme will focus on 3 thrusts namely; Business Innovation, Improving Customers' Base and Access to Finance. These sessions will be delivered by: Business Innovation- Management Alternative Limited (Managers of the You Win Project of the Federal Ministry of Finance) Increasing your Customer Base- Abuja Enterprise Agency Accessing Finance- MSME Nigeria World Bank Project & Access Bank Given the huge unemployment figures in the country which currently stands at 21%, SMEs have been identified as a major prospect in creating the much needed jobs in the country. Focusing on helping SMEs in scaling-up their productivity thereby stimulating economic activities and ultimately to create jobs is the motive behind this 1-day free training for SMEs. This programme is put together by Joint Initiative for Development, a registered Non-Governmental Organization run by young people between the ages of 18 and 35years working in the areas of Education, Youth Development, Good Governance and Democracy. the programme is supported by Airtel, Access bank, Management Alternative ltd, MSME Nigeria World bank Project, Kuro Communication and Abuja Enterprise Agency. Should you require further information on the programme or you want to participate, Kindly contact Corine-08057439538, Justyna-08060295150. We look forward to welcoming you. |
Nairaland / General / Nigerian Youth Summit On Sustainable Development Exhibition by kayasmith: 10:39am On Oct 25, 2011 |
Overview The Nigerian Youth Summit on Sustainable Development is expected come up with a youth position on sustainable development priorities in the country and what young people’s contribution and recommendations is to tackling the 2015 development goals. It will initiate a coalition of organizations to promote sharing of ideas regarding the Rio+20 Agenda and lobby the Government to be committed in achieving sustainability. Youth delegates at the summit will be encouraged and empowered to undertake, together with their peers, practical action projects to promote sustainable development in the country. In leading the way, youths who are already carrying out sustainable development projects across the country will be encourage to showcase their projects and network for collaborations and partnerships through an exhibition. The theme for the exhibition is “Modeling a Youth-Led Sustainable Development Society” The exhibition is expected to inspire and empower other youths with ideas to lead sustainable development project in their communities across the country. Methodology Spaces are available for young people who have been accredited to exhibit their projects. Accreditation is given to organizations or individuals who have applied to exhibit their projects at the summit. Exhibitors will need to bring their own materials including display screen, laptops and projectors should they require them. Tables, chairs and spaces will be provided by the organizing team to exhibiting individuals and organizations. Guests and participants will file out in their numbers to visit exhibition stands. The exhibition stands will be apt for organizations who will like to: •Promote their initiative •Make their organization/project attractive to funders who will be attending the event •Get the attention of policy makers who will be attending the event and; •Inspire the involvement of young people who will be attending the event. Participation Interested youths must: •Have commenced or completed a project on sustainable development •Be between the ages of 18 and 35 years old •Be a Nigerian Citizen and; •Be able to participate fully at the summit Call Participation To participate, please send: •a copy of your project concept note •Pictures of project activities and; •A written application to exhibit your project All application and supporting document should be sent to info@ji4d.org . For further enquiries, please contact Ella Tamufor on 07026068497 or Kayode on 08090614663 |
Certification And Training Adverts / Basic Accounting For Small Businesses by kayasmith: 1:02pm On Jun 11, 2011 |
Dear friends, JID (www.ji4d.org) a registered NGO in Nigeria run by young people between the ages of 18 & 35 years old proudly invites you to our specialized training tagged: "Basic Accounting for Small Businesses" Date: Saturday 17th June 2011 Time: 10am-12noon Resource Person: Mr. Victor Sesere, Head of Treasury, Family Health International Admission: N2,500 only Venue: Plot 1503 Ubiaja Crescent off Ladoke Akintola Boulevard, Garki II, Abuja. for more information please call : 08090614663 |
Education / Community Volunteer Teachers Project- Faq by kayasmith: 3:19pm On Apr 15, 2011 |
Overview From the facts deduced from budgetary allocations from 1995-2006, public schools are have been poorly funded in Nigeria; accounting for less than 10% of budgetary allocation within the aforementioned period. Even though efforts have been made in the past and in recent times to advocate for a better direction, the citizenry have stood aloof; finding private alternatives since they can afford them. In recent times, the involvements of the community in the running of schools in various parts of the world have recorded huge successes; serving as an alternative to sustaining the school. The Community Volunteer Teachers Projects adopts this strategy through involving members of the community in which these public schools are located in the augmenting of deficits of teachers. Goal The goal of the project is to assist in enhancing the standard of public schools in Nigeria and ultimately to get the public involved in the development of their community. Objectives • Help to encourage community participation in the management of schools and indeed the development of education in Nigeria • To help in augmenting the deficit of teachers in public secondary schools in the FCT • To draw government’s attention to the need to spend more on the educational sector. • To make public schools attractive for funding opportunities locally, nationally, and internationally. • To promote volunteering How does it work? Individuals within the following categories can volunteer to teach in a Junior Secondary School in which our organization is working in: • Retirees • Corporate Staffs who can spare their lunch time to teach • Individuals transiting within jobs • Individuals on Leave of Absence • NYSC members • Other qualified individuals who have a minimum qualification of a NCE or and OND These individuals are trained by our organization in conjunction with our partners namely; Universal Basic Education Board (UBEB), United Nations Volunteer (UNV) and Volunteer Service Overseas. Our training modules are developed in line with the National Curriculum with the support of the FCT UBEB. After the training, flexible schedules are designed to enable volunteers teach effectively. Are there any benefits for Volunteers? Yes. Volunteers are given stipends for each hour they spend and are issued recognition awards for their contributions to the advancement of Education in Nigeria at the end of the term in which they partook in. These Awards are presented by prominent personalities in Government and the Ministry of Education. Volunteers also will from time to time as may be necessary be exposed to trainings and capacity building exercises. Our does the involvement of Volunteers benefit the schools? We envisage that the involvement of the volunteers will give the community a sense of relevance in the running and management of the schools. We also believe that for example if a bank staff volunteers his or her time to teach and in the course of teaching, he sees dilapidated chairs and desks when his board needs his suggestion on where to invest their Corporate Social responsibility quota, we more than hopeful that he will suggest the school’s furniture needs to his board. This will indirectly encourage the community to contribute to the advancement of the development of the schools. We also envisage that through our reports circulated widely across institutions and organization, we will be able to draw government and policy makers’ attention to the need to contribute to the development of schools. Which Schools are you targeting? We are targeting four Junior Secondary schools in the suburbs of the Federal Capital Territory in Abuja. The schools include: 1. Junior Secondary School, Kubwa II 2. Junior Secondary School, Gwagwalada 3. Junior Secondary School, FHA, Lugbe and; 4. Junior Secondary School, Bwari How do you hope to sustain the project? We intend to develop a Best Practice Guide which will contain the success stories, challenges, and recommendations gathered in the course of the project. We also intend to use the project to strengthen the existing Parents Teachers Association (PTA) by suggesting the inclusion of the community in the affairs of the PTA. This is important because all what happens during the school day activity can be negated by the community. There is therefore a need to involve the community to ensure that they (the community) complement everything that goes on during the school day. How long will the project run for? The project which is the pilot will run for 12 months; three school terms. Which Organization is executing the Project? The Project is being executed by the Joint Initiative for Development (www.ji4d.org), a registered NGO in Nigeria run by Young people between the ages of 18 and 35 years old; working in the areas of Education for all, Youth Development and Good Governance & Democracy. Also involved in the execution of the project are: United Nations Volunteer (UNV), Volunteer Service Overseas (VSO), and Universal Basic Education Board. How can I find out more information on the project? You can find out more information about the project with the contact details below: E-mail: info@ji4d.org Tel: +234-80-90614663, 070-81934667, 08187209046, 08034177516 Contact Person: ‘Kayode Ajayi-Smith Email: kayode.ajayi-smith@ji4d.org Website: www.ji4d.org
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Politics / Gender And Policing In Nigeria By 'kemi Okenyodo by kayasmith: 1:17pm On Oct 23, 2010 |
Police organizations around the world play an important role in the society. They are responsible for the maintenance of peace and order; upholding the rule of law and carrying out their duties such that they are sensitive and mindful to the needs of members of the community. Police around the world are undergoing one form of reform or the other and this aimed at trying to improve their response to, and protection of, individuals and communities they serve. Reform is driven by various factors namely; internal reviews, public pressure, government decisions, international attention and/or post conflict recovery. The process supports the establishment of strengthening of an accountable, effective, equitable and rights – respecting police organization. A central pillar on which a viable police reform agenda is built is the need to focus on ensuring that the security needs of diverse groups within its community are properly understood and incorporated into the structure and operations of the police. The continued poor representation and status of women in the Nigeria Police Force is derived from layers of discrimination and exclusion suffered by female members of the Nigerian society. Therefore to understand the status of women within the Nigeria Police Force there is a need to understand the discriminatory rules; it should be investigated, analyzed and explained by applying insights provided by concepts of gender and patriarchy. The Nigeria Police Force is not isolated from the discriminatory practices and norms that are prevalent in the country. This has led to poor internal control mechanisms that should be aimed at reducing to the barest minimum or possibly totally abolishing gender based discriminatory practices such as sexual harassment. In modern day policing, the police organization should be representative of the community it serves; it should aim at providing support and essential services in the area of ensuring the safety and security of its local community members. To do this, the Nigeria Police Force should embark on the development of a gender policy which would cover recruitment, training, deployment, promotion and accountability issues in the organization. In 2001, Centre for law enforcement Education, Nigeria (now CLEEN Foundation) carried out a study which was aimed at analyzing the status if policewomen in the Nigeria Police Force with a view to identifying the level of representation and career suspects of women in the Force. The study also anaylsed the organizational rules, regulation and culture that either enhance or inhibit the participation and performance of women within the Nigeria Police Force, on equal basis as their male counterparts. CLEEN Foundation had hoped that the findings of the study would provide framework for institutional reforms which would be geared towards increasing the representation of women in the force and improved gender relations within the police force and the wider Nigerian society. The aspirations of CLEEN Foundation has somewhat been fulfilled but there are opportunities for improvement. For example the quota for recruitment of women into the Force was put at 20%. In November 2009, UNIFEM organized a training workshop for police officers which took place at Bolingo Hotel in Abuja during the workshop areas of gender issues that are related to policing were identified as follows: searches, recruitment, posting, application for marriage and female officers losing their official accommodation within the barracks once that are married to civilians. To ensure a gender sensitive police organization as part of the on going police reform initiatives in the country; there is a need to ask the following critical questions: 1. Are women adequately represented in the NPF to foster a sense of belonging in women. The reason we need to ask this question is because an organization that is internally gender baised is ill equipped to be responsive to gender needs in the community; 2. Do the current policing practices / approach respond innovatively to identified gender specific needs and insights that have been derived from new learning about gender relations within the community or retain prejudices? In conclusion we need to ask ourselves what needs to be done? To provide some answers we should take steps to do the following: 1. We need to conduct a situation assessment in the form of a gender responsive assessment or audit on specific gender issues. For example, women’s recruitment, promotions and deployment; gender responsiveness of internal or organizational policies and protocols; training approaches and responses to domestic violence; 2. We should aim to validate the basis of action by demonstrating empirically the presence of a problem; 3. We need to advocate for the adoption of a gender sensitive policies, protocols and guidelines; 4. We need to review operational framework for example develop guidelines that respond to gender based violence; 5. Develop and commence implementation of gender training; 6. Skill / capacity building is a must because it is possible to make people sensitive but not have the capacity to be gender responsive; 7. Structural reform in the Nigeria Police Force is also imperative. This can be done by integrating gender into the work of existing human rights desks within the police formations; 8. The Police need to consider establishing specific units to deal with GBV cases to provide improved victim reporting and police response to GBV; 9. There is also a need to integrate policing services with other services required by victims of GBV, this would facilitate and increase access to other legal, medical and psychological structures. 'Kemi Asiwaju (Mrs) is the Deputy Executive Director of CLEEN Foundation (www.cleen.org) |
Politics / Time For A ‘people Policing People’ Approach By Chinedu Yves Nwagu by kayasmith: 1:04pm On Oct 23, 2010 |
Popular perceptions about the police and policing in Nigeria have always been steeped in misconceptions, distrust, apprehension and a sizable portion of dislike. The cliché ‘police is your friend’ remains a philosophy that largely exists only on dusty paper clippings hanging idly from sweat-stained walls in police stations but distant, in meaning and practice, from the general consciousness of the citizenry. The reason for this is not far-fetched and draws, perhaps, from the history of the Police Force in Nigeria. When the concept of formal policing was first introduced during colonial times in what is today referred to as Nigeria, the Police was constituted to reflect the brutish master/servant relationship that characterised a colonial society. Built on the philosophy of ‘strangers policing strangers’, policing was then used as an instrument of oppression, subjugation and exploitation. Protecting and serving the people was nowhere near the core objectives of the colonial police. Post-colonial policing, also did very little to change this situation, particularly with the militarization of the police during the long, hard years of military rule in Nigeria. However, with democracy came fresh hopes for change in many sectors of Nigeria, including the police and their delivery of policing services. In response to this, successive leaderships of the Police made several policy attempts at reforming the Police and bringing policing closer to the people. But recent reports show that some contemporary policing activities by the Nigeria Police alienate them from, rather than endear them to, the people they seek to serve. CLEEN Foundation, in its recent National Crime Victimization and Safety Survey, found that although there were marked reductions in crime rates, more than 50 percent of those who reported to the Police said they were dissatisfied with their service. In a 2010 report, titled Criminal Force, published by the Network on Police Reforms in Nigeria (NOPRIN) and the Open Society Justice Initiative, issues of extortion, extrajudicial killing, torture, extortion, abuse and rape were spotlighted as prevalent practices in the Nigeria Police. However, the Police are a reflection of the society it polices. It is therefore either as good or as bad as the society. This is because the police is constituted of human resources drawn from the very fabrics of the society in which it operates. Hence, faults in the social fabric will invariably show up in faulty patterns in its law enforcement mechanisms. Thus, while we criticize the police for their failings, we must not forget the age-long African saying that they are because we are. This, nonetheless, does not diminish the responsibility of the leadership of the Police to revive and strengthen its internal accountability mechanisms to ensure, amongst others, that complaints from the public about police misconduct and abusive practices are adequately addressed. Every so often, we tend to neglect or consciously forget the harsh and inhuman conditions the Police themselves are condemned to operate under in maintaining law and order in our chaotic society. Very few people stop to give any attention to the plethora of problems faced by the police: poor equipment and training, inadequate funding, meager remuneration, exposure to political manipulations and other socio-economic factors in Nigeria, along with lack of compensation for losses suffered. According to official reports, the Police Force lost about 630 officers in the past year. Nobody asks what happens to their loved ones. Unfortunately, formal policing in Nigeria is neither attractive nor competitive. Also, policing a population of nearly 150 million persons is surely an overwhelming and daunting task for the approximately 378,000 persons that presently constitute the Nigeria Police Force. We must realize that the demands of policing – which is the action or process of providing security and maintaining law and order - often extend beyond the constitutional institution called the Police Force. There are indeed various ‘informal’ yet effective policing arrangements ranging from small community-based watches to organised vigilante groups and private/commercial security setups. And though the Police Force is charged with the primary responsibility of policing, it does not exercise that function exclusive and independent of the people it polices. It is a given that the Police has its challenges, but some of these can be overcome with some help from civil society and the communities in which they operate. The Police leadership could, for example, hold periodic meetings with community leaders and select members of the communities in which they function to foster complementary relationships in policing by sharing their needs and developing effective strategies for maintaining local security. Ilupeju police station and policing services in that area would serve as a good illustration in this regard of what could happen, both for the people and the police, when there is police/community partnership. Another good example of the gains of partnership would be the forum organised by CLEEN Foundation, in collaboration with the Lagos branch of the Nigerian Medical Association and The Lagos State Police Command to iron out the differences between doctors and the Police in providing emergency treatment to victims of gun shot violence. Until we give the Nigeria Police Force the dignity, both in resources and institutional support, it requires to function effectively, it would be unrealistic to expect adequate policing services delivery. While our fiery criticisms may result in slight motions towards attitudinal change in the Police, lasting change will only come when the people policed begin to partner with the people policing them. Until there is a paradigm shift towards police/people partnership in policing, we will continue to go the way of the biblical Cain who asked, ‘Am I my brother’s keeper?’ What we need is a people-oriented and a people-centered police. It behoves the leadership of the police to proactively move beyond numerical ‘point agenda’ and begin building mutually beneficial partnerships with civil society and the communities in which the police operates. This would be a sure step away from the colonial notions of ‘strangers policing strangers’ to a more civilized and effective approach of people policing people. Chinedu is Manager, Accountability and Justice Programme, CLEEN Foundation, Abuja. |
Politics / Re: Discrimination Against Nigerians In Nigeria by kayasmith: 10:01pm On Jun 29, 2010 |
A very interesting and insightful piece. It was in the course of putting together a research coincedentally on the same subject that i found your piece. I will appreciate it if you can be of help in some areas I am having difficulties in my research work. Kindly contact me: kayode@ypwc.org many thanks. |
Politics / The National Assembly Moves To Limit Young People’s Participation; Let Us Act No by kayasmith: 9:38am On May 19, 2010 |
Recently, young Nigerians were graced with cheering news of the emergence of a Nigerian who won a seat at the United Kingdom Parliament at the age of 27 years old; even our Leaders were quick to acknowledge the young man and two others (also Nigerians) who won in the same election. Unknown to us, they were busy cooking a plan that will see them restricting the participation of young Nigerians in the legislative arm of governance. Let me crave your indulgence to the recent development at the National Assembly. Recently, the house under the disguise of constitution amendment moved to place a barrier on young people from contesting seats at the National Assembly. As it stands, an amendment is currently being considered by the National Assembly to increase the age for individuals contesting for seats at the Federal House of Representatives and the Senate from 30 years and 35 years to 35years and 40 years respectively. Let me remind us that our current Speaker, Hon. Dimeji Bankole was elected into the Federal House of Representatives in the year 2003 at the age of 34 years old and was later elected as the Speaker of the Federal House of Representatives. If under his nose he has watched the current move by the house to scale through, then we really feel that this is a calculated attempt to prove our General right after all and subsequently to limit younger people from contesting seats given that more young people are now conscious than ever of the political situation in the country. The current state of this amendment is the fact that the amendment has been considered at both house (lower and upper) and it has been passed on to the State Houses of Assembly for ratification. If we fail to act fast, this amendment will go through and many young persons who are gearing up for various seats at the National Assembly will be barred from contesting. Who knows, the National Assembly might move to scale up the age again through amendment in another four years if we fail to act. This is a call to action. There is so much you can do to reverse this orchestrated plan to marginalize us. Let me remind you that the phrase “youths are the leaders of tomorrow” is a gimmick to continually relegate us to the background so that ‘they’ can continue to recycle themselves in government offices and make themselves relevant for as long as they want. We are leaders of today, the affairs of today lies in our hands and we must begin to take our place in the affairs of the nation. We salute the courage of the young persons preparing to contest in the forth coming elections in 2011 and we will do all we can within the frame of the law to support them. To this end, we are planning a series of action towards this move by the National Assembly. While we put together this plan, we would suggest that we all find our principal State House of Assembly actors’ phone numbers and begin to send them text messages of our distaste for the aforementioned amendment. The more of these messages you send, the more mandate we would be able to achieve; also copy media organizations on these messages for accountability and legitimacy sake. There is no time to waste my dear friends, we can make it happen, power belongs to the people. They are representing us and not the other way round; in essence they are our employee and if they are not listening to us before they take actions which we have sent them to do then, they are on their own. The voice of the people is the voice of God. If you will like to find out more about this amendment or will like to support our plan towards this action, kindly send a mail to editorkay@gmail.com or popoolaio@yahoo.com. Or rather send text messages to the following numbers: 08090614663 or 08032249398. This move is sponsored by members of the Make Your Votes Count (www.makeyourvotescount.org) campaign. |
Politics / Obama And The New World Order by kayasmith: 12:21am On Feb 10, 2009 |
OBAMA and the New World Order Every nation desires true leadership and only change can bring such dream to the realm of materialization. Barack Hussein Obama, 47, was elected the 44th President of the United States of America amidst euphoric reaction from every part of the world. Even foes were forced to express their amazement at the turn out of what could be regarded as one of the greatest campaigns in the history of the United States. His fever was everywhere, from the music group called Obama in Japan, to recipes in France called Obama cakes and all. It was indeed a defining moment after eight years of tension created by the Bush administration which has been adjudged as one of the most unpopular government in American history. In his book, Audacity of hope which he wrote after becoming a Senator at the US Senate, he had stated his intention to reach voters directly, explain choices in a truthful fashion as he knew with hopes of bringing their instincts of fairplay and common sense around. In his exact words he said: “I have come to the notion that politics could be different and voters want something different. That they are tired of distortions, name-callings, and sound bites solution to complicated problems. But if I could reach the voters directly, frame the issues as I felt them, explain the choice in as truthful fashion as I knew how, then the people’s instinct for fair play and common sense will bring them around” Indeed, his campaign was a symbolic representation of a new era in the politics of the United States fulfilling the dream of the founding fathers and of Martin Luther King Jnr., Civil Rights Activist whose “I have a Dream” speech has culminated into a dream which majority believe has finally materialized. The man at the centre of the ovation, Barack Obama has since been sworn in on the 20th of January 2009. There’s a huge sense of hope in the air given his tremendous campaign promises which was centred around bringing back hopes of possible change in the United States and indeed around the world, at least given the country’s reputation in the world. One specific achievement of h is campaign was its ability to create a new image for the United States around the world as against the battered one that was in place in the last eight years. The campaign’s all inclusive character was also a plus to the success; engaging individuals of all age group. The election has come and gone. President Obama had made it to the White House; the ball is now in his court to lead the change. In his Inaugural speech, he reaffirmed his commitment to the course of revitalizing the United States from the worst economic crisis that has ever befalling the nation in its history, inspired and called citizens to service of the nation as a means of uniting forces together to create change. He also charted the course to the country’s foreign policy sending signals to both friends and foes, a determinant factor to what the world should expect in the next four years from the world’s most prosperous and powerful nation. In his words, he said “We will begin to responsibly leave Iraq to its people, and forge a hard-earned peace in Afghanistan. With old friends and former foes, we will work tirelessly to lessen the nuclear threat, and roll back the specter of a warming planet. We will not apologize for our way of life, nor will we waver in its defense, and for those who seek to advance their aims by inducing terror and slaughtering innocents, we say to you now that our spirit is stronger and cannot be broken; you cannot outlast us, and we will defeat you.” This will be a major reflection of the course of the world for the next four years if not eight. However, the past few weeks has proven that policy making does not lie in the hands of the executive arm of government alone. While Republicans are hell-bent on ensuring tax break for wealthy corporations, Democrats are concerned with relieving the average citizen of the misery of loosing their homes, jobs and health insurance. The stimulus package which the Obama administration is seeking to be passed to enable those promises be met is currently being ‘warred’ upon. Equally, his assistants’ pick is also currently under intense scrutiny. With one wrong pick to his kitty, the passage of his other assistants may not be rosy. Reactions from Russia, to the middle-east and to Asia are beginning to depict that the tension is been doused, with Russia reversing on its earlier aggressive measures against the United States planned missile defense system in Europe, Iran’s willingness to cooperate given the US’s intention to dialogue with the former without pre-condition and the renewed quest by the US to broker peace in the middle-east. All these have been within President Obama’s 100days in office. In my opinion, the world is gradually adjusting itself to the Obama change. Its course (Obama administration) will be significant in the years ahead. The American people are more than hopeful that this change will last the test of its might if it follows the course it promised during the campaign trail. For us in Africa, apart from the hands of favourable foreign policies that may be extended to us, the greatest of all the tides that this change brings is the lesson it truly symbolizes. Whether some quarters are jubilant at the prospect of having a fellow black man in the White House or not, the lessons is that change is possible and sacrifices have to be made to create this change. The greater lesson is the equal opportunity that is bestowed on every citizen irrespective of class, ethnicity, and religion. That was major factor that gave the son of a Kenyan immigrant and a divorcee the opportunity to rise to become the 44th President of the most powerful nation in the world. It is a great lesson, equal opportunity to all. We must begin to invest in today and ensure that the right ingredients are administered for the success of tomorrow. If it’s worth the risk, then we should take it. Risks are not to be avoided but to be managed. Kayode Ajayi-Smith Youth Action Ambassador Young People We Care |
Politics / Obama And The New World Order by kayasmith: 12:20am On Feb 10, 2009 |
OBAMA and the New World Order Every nation desires true leadership and only change can bring such dream to the realm of materialization. Barack Hussein Obama, 47, was elected the 44th President of the United States of America amidst euphoric reaction from every part of the world. Even foes were forced to express their amazement at the turn out of what could be regarded as one of the greatest campaigns in the history of the United States. His fever was everywhere, from the music group called Obama in Japan, to recipes in France called Obama cakes and all. It was indeed a defining moment after eight years of tension created by the Bush administration which has been adjudged as one of the most unpopular government in American history. In his book, Audacity of hope which he wrote after becoming a Senator at the US Senate, he had stated his intention to reach voters directly, explain choices in a truthful fashion as he knew with hopes of bringing their instincts of fairplay and common sense around. In his exact words he said: “I have come to the notion that politics could be different and voters want something different. That they are tired of distortions, name-callings, and sound bites solution to complicated problems. But if I could reach the voters directly, frame the issues as I felt them, explain the choice in as truthful fashion as I knew how, then the people’s instinct for fair play and common sense will bring them around” Indeed, his campaign was a symbolic representation of a new era in the politics of the United States fulfilling the dream of the founding fathers and of Martin Luther King Jnr., Civil Rights Activist whose “I have a Dream” speech has culminated into a dream which majority believe has finally materialized. The man at the centre of the ovation, Barack Obama has since been sworn in on the 20th of January 2009. There’s a huge sense of hope in the air given his tremendous campaign promises which was centred around bringing back hopes of possible change in the United States and indeed around the world, at least given the country’s reputation in the world. One specific achievement of h is campaign was its ability to create a new image for the United States around the world as against the battered one that was in place in the last eight years. The campaign’s all inclusive character was also a plus to the success; engaging individuals of all age group. The election has come and gone. President Obama had made it to the White House; the ball is now in his court to lead the change. In his Inaugural speech, he reaffirmed his commitment to the course of revitalizing the United States from the worst economic crisis that has ever befalling the nation in its history, inspired and called citizens to service of the nation as a means of uniting forces together to create change. He also charted the course to the country’s foreign policy sending signals to both friends and foes, a determinant factor to what the world should expect in the next four years from the world’s most prosperous and powerful nation. In his words, he said “We will begin to responsibly leave Iraq to its people, and forge a hard-earned peace in Afghanistan. With old friends and former foes, we will work tirelessly to lessen the nuclear threat, and roll back the specter of a warming planet. We will not apologize for our way of life, nor will we waver in its defense, and for those who seek to advance their aims by inducing terror and slaughtering innocents, we say to you now that our spirit is stronger and cannot be broken; you cannot outlast us, and we will defeat you.” This will be a major reflection of the course of the world for the next four years if not eight. However, the past few weeks has proven that policy making does not lie in the hands of the executive arm of government alone. While Republicans are hell-bent on ensuring tax break for wealthy corporations, Democrats are concerned with relieving the average citizen of the misery of loosing their homes, jobs and health insurance. The stimulus package which the Obama administration is seeking to be passed to enable those promises be met is currently being ‘warred’ upon. Equally, his assistants’ pick is also currently under intense scrutiny. With one wrong pick to his kitty, the passage of his other assistants may not be rosy. Reactions from Russia, to the middle-east and to Asia are beginning to depict that the tension is been doused, with Russia reversing on its earlier aggressive measures against the United States planned missile defense system in Europe, Iran’s willingness to cooperate given the US’s intention to dialogue with the former without pre-condition and the renewed quest by the US to broker peace in the middle-east. All these have been within President Obama’s 100days in office. In my opinion, the world is gradually adjusting itself to the Obama change. Its course (Obama administration) will be significant in the years ahead. The American people are more than hopeful that this change will last the test of its might if it follows the course it promised during the campaign trail. For us in Africa, apart from the hands of favourable foreign policies that may be extended to us, the greatest of all the tides that this change brings is the lesson it truly symbolizes. Whether some quarters are jubilant at the prospect of having a fellow black man in the White House or not, the lessons is that change is possible and sacrifices have to be made to create this change. The greater lesson is the equal opportunity that is bestowed on every citizen irrespective of class, ethnicity, and religion. That was major factor that gave the son of a Kenyan immigrant and a divorcee the opportunity to rise to become the 44th President of the most powerful nation in the world. It is a great lesson, equal opportunity to all. We must begin to invest in today and ensure that the right ingredients are administered for the success of tomorrow. If it’s worth the risk, then we should take it. Risks are not to be avoided but to be managed. Kayode Ajayi-Smith Youth Action Ambassador Young People We Care
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Nairaland / General / 4th Global Youth Conference 2009 by kayasmith: 5:26pm On Jan 15, 2009 |
We gracefully solicit your participation at our 4th Global Youth Conference 2009 tagged “Understanding Representation: Legislative, people, power and participation” scheduled to hold between the 3rd and the 4th of March 2009 at the British Council Abuja. The 4th Edition is proudly being organized in conjunction with Young People We Care, Ghana. Young People We Care (YPWC) is a youth led and youth focused organization that is headquartered in Ghana and has satellite offices in the UK, USA and Canada. The organization is operated by young people (ages 15–30) and adult allies working on youth and development related issues worldwide. Further details on YPWC can be found on www.ypwc.org Youth for Transparency International (YTI), the 2008 CIVICUS Nelson Mandela-Graca Machel innovation awards winner, is the major organizer of the event after three successful hosting of the previous editions. YTI is an international non-governmental, non – profit organization established in January 1998 by Theodore Ogbonna. YTI is dedicated to contributing innovatively to the task of nation building through promoting democracy, good governance, rule of law, human rights, equitable sustainable development, ICT education, human capital development, and ethics in corporate governance. YTI hosted the 3rd Global Conference on Democracy & Political participation 20th -22nd Feb 2007 at the British Council Lagos, Theme: Accountability: Achieving participatory governance – From the foregoing we have moved ahead to consolidate on our Programmes on Democracy and Political Participation to further organize subsequent Programmes that seeks to bring out critical issues on good governance in Nigeria . The 4th Edition is aimed at: • Aacquainting participants with the elements of a good governance and civic responsibility • Equipping participants with the understanding of the roles that governments, Non Governmental Organisations and citizens can play in good governance • Building youth capacity as a means of preparing the youths to assume leadership roles as positive change agents in their community • Equipping participants with alternative leadership programme in response to declining quality and content of our leadership culture in term of widening gap between the governed and the governors Pedagogy This conference will provide an opportunity for focal discussion on the critical issues of enhancing greater understanding of democracy and representation by the people themselves for better public policy and practice. The conference will critical highlight key constraints faced by the citizens and civil society in engaging with government for effective participation and explore ways in which to overcome some of these challenges. By focusing on participatory governance at the local level we are more likely to achieve a better democracy. It will be a public event based on open interactive sharing and learning through presentations Expected result: The first major impact we expect is that, participants will acquire a better understanding of legislation and new leadership culture based on pragmatic servant leadership, enhance participatory governance and civic responsibility, encourage local development driven through transparency, accountability, inclusion and collective responsibility. It is also expected that participants will be inspired to become agents of change in fostering good governance, considering the new challenges that maybe thrown up in the intervening years with our emerging democracy and political trends development in Nigeria. Speakers expected are: 1.Adam Giambrone - Former President New Democratic Party of Canada (NDP), Chair - Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), - International Guest Speaker. 2.Hon. ‘Femi Gbajabiamila- Minority Leader, Federal House of Representatives, Abuja, Nigeria. 3.Mr. Michael Boampong- Executive Director, Young People We Care Ghana 4.Representative of the Friends of Africa Foundation …and a host of others We look forward to your to having you. Best regards For: The Conference Organizing Committee ‘Kayode Ajayi-Smith Youth Opportunities Coordinator Young People We Care www.ypwc.org |
Culture / Did Surnames Exist Before The Pre-colonial Era? by kayasmith: 3:31pm On Sep 24, 2008 |
Hi Guys, I was just curiousand felt i ask if anyone knows if surname exist before the pre-colonial era. I will really love to hear from you guys. Cheers, 'Kayode |
Jobs/Vacancies / Call For Interns (2days To Go) by kayasmith: 5:42pm On Sep 23, 2008 |
CALL FOR INTERNS Nigerian Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organizations (NACEVO) is a not-for-profit, Non Governmental Organization designed and established to serve as a professional association for Chief Executives in the Third Sector in Nigeria. Our aim is to create impact through leadership; both our own and that of our members. We assist and collaborate with sector leaders and engage in dialogue with the government and the private sector. NACEVO is mentored and actively supported by ACEVO London and is being used as a pilot project to develop a template for replicating the initiative in other African Countries. Already, the initiative is taking roots in Kenya, Cameroon and some francophone countries including cote De Ivoire, Togo under the umbrella name REPOAC. Plans are underway to establish the Ghana replica. Meanwhile, Euclid the first European network of third sector leaders, nurtured by ACEVO, has been launched and is driving forward with events across the continent. The Commonwealth Foundation, on the recommendation of ACEVO has offered a three-month Fellowship to the Executive Secretary of NACEVO to understudy ACEVO in London. Location: Head Office, Ikeja, Lagos Commitment: Mondays - Fridays Key Responsibilities: · Provide supoport for NACEVO in helping to meet her objective of bringing together 'army of like minds' · Help to maintain NACEVO's communications and feed back system. · Assist in organizing and executing NACEVO's programme · Assist in the day-to-day running of the NACEVO's Head office in Ikeja, Lagos. Skills and competences: Excellent written and verbal English language skills Sound IT and Discretional skills including good attention to details. Ability to work effectively in a team and to support others in their work. Ability to deal professionally with highly sensitive and confidential information. Would suit someone interested/ or with some experience of the workings of Civil Society Organizations. How to Apply: Send a copy of your CV and a writing Sample (AN ARTICLE WRITTEN BY YOU) Deadline: 25th September 2008 Start date: October 2008 Duration: 6months Contact: 'Kayode Ajayi-Smith, editorkay@gmail.com |
Jobs/Vacancies / Call For Interns by kayasmith: 8:24am On Sep 19, 2008 |
CALL FOR INTERNS Nigerian Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organizations (NACEVO) is a not-for-profit, Non Governmental Organization designed and established to serve as a professional association for Chief Executives in the Third Sector in Nigeria. Our aim is to create impact through leadership; both our own and that of our members. We assist and collaborate with sector leaders and engage in dialogue with the government and the private sector. NACEVO is mentored and actively supported by ACEVO London and is being used as a pilot project to develop a template for replicating the initiative in other African Countries. Already, the initiative is taking roots in Kenya, Cameroon and some francophone countries including cote De Ivoire, Togo under the umbrella name REPOAC. Plans are underway to establish the Ghana replica. Meanwhile, Euclid the first European network of third sector leaders, nurtured by ACEVO, has been launched and is driving forward with events across the continent. Location: Head Office, Ikeja, Lagos Commitment: Mondays - Fridays Key Responsibilities: · Provide supoport for NACEVO in helping to meet her objective of bringing together 'army of like minds' · Help to maintain NACEVO's communications and feed back system. · Assist in organizing and executing NACEVO's programme · Assist in the day-to-day running of the NACEVO's Head office in Ikeja, Lagos. Skills and competences: -Excellent written and verbal English language skills -Sound IT and Discretional skills including good attention to details. -Ability to work effectively in a team and to support others in their work. -Ability to deal professionally with highly sensitive and confidential information. -Would suit someone interested/ or with some experience of the workings of Civil Society Organizations. Duration: 6months. Please note that there will be renumerations. How to Apply: Send a copy of your CV and a writing Sample Deadline: 25th September 2008 Start date: October 2008 Contact: 'Kayode Ajayi-Smith, editorkay@gmail.com |
Family / Re: Who Owns A Child? Father Or Mother? by kayasmith: 7:46am On Sep 17, 2008 |
whatever happened to the fact that we guys carry the babies in our system all through the days of our lives and give it to the ladies to keep for just 9months and all the credit goes to them. Sweet mother and the likes, whatever happens to sweet Father. lol! |
Jobs/Vacancies / Call For Interns by kayasmith: 7:35am On Sep 17, 2008 |
Nigerian Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organizations (NACEVO) is a not-for-profit, Non Governmental Organization designed and established to serve as a professional association for Chief Executives in the Third Sector in Nigeria. Our aim is to create impact through leadership; both our own and that of our members. We assist and collaborate with sector leaders and engage in dialogue with the government and the private sector. NACEVO is mentored and actively supported by ACEVO London and is being used as a pilot project to develop a template for replicating the initiative in other African Countries. Already, the initiative is taking roots in Kenya, Cameroon and some francophone countries including cote De Ivoire, Togo under the umbrella name REPOAC. Plans are underway to establish the Ghana replica. Meanwhile, Euclid the first European network of third sector leaders, nurtured by ACEVO, has been launched and is driving forward with events across the continent. The Commonwealth Foundation, on the recommendation of ACEVO has offered a three-month Fellowship to the Executive Secretary of NACEVO to understudy ACEVO in London. Location: Head Office, Ikeja, Lagos Commitment: Mondays - Fridays Key Responsibilities: · Provide supoport for NACEVO in helping to meet her objective of bringing together 'army of like minds' · Help to maintain NACEVO's communications and feed back system. · Assist in organizing and executing NACEVO's programme · Assist in the day-to-day running of the NACEVO's Head office in Ikeja, Lagos. Skills and competences:-Excellent written and verbal English language skills -Sound IT and Discretional skills including good attention to details. -Ability to work effectively in a team and to support others in their work. -Ability to deal professionally with highly sensitive and confidential information. -Would suit someone interested/ or with some experience of the workings of Civil Society Organizations. How to Apply: Send a copy of your CV and a writing Sample Deadline: 25th September 2008 Start date: October 2008 Contact: 'Kayode Ajayi-Smith, editorkay@gmail.com |
Education / The 4th Anual Youth Leadership Award Is Here! by kayasmith: 9:28am On Nov 12, 2007 |
The 4TH Anual Youth Leadership Award Is Here!!!! It gives me great pleasure to welcome you ahead of the 4th Annual Youth Leadership Award scheduled to take place at the Muson center in Lagos on the 22nd of November, 2007. This award ceremony is organized by LEAP AFrica every year in conjunction with the International Youth Foundation and Nokia. The award is creatively created to encourage young people who are carrying out tremendous works in their community as a means of contributing to community development process via change projects. Our seasoned judges, after much delibration selected ten vibrant young people who have done tremendous work in their various communities. Although, our prizes may not correspond with their various efforts, but it is a way of encouraging these young men and women who have engaged themselves in selfless service to their communities. We therefore welcome you to join us at Muson Centre in Lagos as we celebrate these youg people and encourage other young people like them to follow their footsteps. As it is our mission at LEAP Africa to inspire, empower and to equip a new cadre of African Leaders, your support via gracing the occasion will surely assist in bringing this mission to the realm of possible materialization. We look forward to welcoming you. Best Regards, Olukayode Ajayi-Smith Volunteer [b][/b] |
Career / 5th Annual African Business Leaders Forum by kayasmith: 1:49pm On Jul 16, 2007 |
BusinessinAfrica in partnership with LEAP Africa presents the 1st YOUNG AFRICAN LEADERS PROGRAMME @ 5th ANNUAL AFRICAN BUSINESS LEADERS FORUM In Accra, Ghana 17th –19th October 2007 LEADERSHIP THROUGH PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION 5th African Business Leaders Forum in Ghana will be a gathering of Africa’s most distinguished senior business leaders, public sector decision makers and entrepreneurs. Speakers for previous events have included presidents, prime ministers, ministers, directors general, captains of industry, and thought leaders in the public/private sectors. This annual event organized by BusinessinAfrica Magazine has now become a knowledge network of business leaders in the private and public sectors. Building on the success of its four previous conferences, BusinessinAfrica in collaboration with LEAP Africa—a nonprofit organization that provides leadership training—is extending its annual African Business Leaders Forum to African youth. 101 exceptional young Africans will have the unique opportunity to participate in the plenary sessions and workshops and reflect on the content as a group. They will also engage in a tailored leadership-training programme, which will be facilitated by LEAP Africa. Objectives of the programme • To provide a platform for young African leaders to gain exposure to the critical issues facing the Continent, and to interact with and influence experts in the business and public sectors who are working to address these issues • To enhance the knowledge and skills of young African leaders and strengthen their resolve and ability to effect positive changes in their communities • To create a pool of talented young Africans who can work collaboratively to promote the growth and development of their countries and the Continent At the end of the programme, each participant would be required to outline a change project based on key insights gained from the Forum, that he/she will implement alone, or working with other participants upon returning home. Individuals who successfully initiate change projects in their communities will be invited to return to the Forum to share the success of the change projects and will receive additional publicity and links to potential funders. Transportation, accommodation and feeding related to the conference will be provided for selected youth participants. Applications can be downloaded at LEAP Africa's website at: http://www.leapafrica.org/downloads.asp or requested by email at: youngleaders@leapafrica.org Eligibility Criteria Young professionals, entrepreneurs, students, writers, activists, and other outstanding youth are invited to apply. Participants must • Be an African citizen and currently reside in an African country • Be between 20 and 30 years old • Be enrolled in or have completed tertiary education • Be fluent in and able to communicate well in English • Be able to demonstrate interest in and commitment to African development |
Career / Re: Annual Nigerian Youth Leadership Awards by kayasmith: 1:11pm On Jul 16, 2007 |
Hi Olowo Tee, you can re-apply. its okay. Later bro |
Career / Annual Nigerian Youth Leadership Awards by kayasmith: 5:14pm On Jul 04, 2007 |
Annual Nigerian Youth Leadership Awards Announcing the 4TH Annual Nigerian Youth Leadership Awards Committed to showcasing the amazing efforts of young people, and their impact on communities across Nigeria, LEAP Africa is proud to announce the 4TH Annual Nigerian Youth Leadership Awards. Funded by Nokia and supported by the International Youth Foundation, these awards will recognize outstanding young Nigerians who have initiated change projects in their communities. The objectives of the 4th Annual Nigerian Youth Leadership Awards are: • To identify young people in Nigeria who have initiated change projects that are focused on improving the lives of others. • To encourage and support these young people in their efforts • To showcase their impact on local communities and to demonstrate that the youth can effectively serve as change leaders in Nigeria Application Criteria Applicants must: a. Be between 18 and 30 years old b. Have played a leadership role in creating positive changes in their local communities in one of the following areas: Business and Economic Development, Environment, Education, Law and Human Rights, Health, Media, Arts and Culture, and Science and Technology. c. Be able to show tangible evidence of impact d. Demonstrate that their initiative has potential for growth or further replication e. Demonstrate high-levels of integrity and the willingness to serve as role models for other youth The Award Ten outstanding youth will be selected for recognition during a nationally publicized event that will be held on November 22nd, 2007 at the Shell Hall, MUSON Centre Lagos. Winners will also receive cash awards of up to Sixty thousand Naira (N60, 000), to support their projects in local communities across the country. Application Process Applications can also be downloaded or completed at LEAP Africa's website at: http://www.leapafrica.org/downloads.asp All applications should be returned to LEAP Africa office at 13 Omorinre Johnson Street, Off Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1, Lekki Peninsula, Lagos or by post to P.O. Box 75427, Victoria Island, Lagos or via email to Oje Ivagba at: oivagba@leapafrica.org before July 30th, 2007. ONLY FINALISTS WILL BE NOTIFIED LEAP Africa 13 Omorinre Johnson Street, Off Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase 1, Lekki Peninsula, Lagos. P.O. Box 75427, Victoria Island, Lagos. Telephone: 234-1-2706541/2, Email: info@leapafrica.orgWebsite: www.leapafrica.org |
Education / Leap Africa's Abridged Youth Leadership Programme For Youth On Holiday by kayasmith: 5:01pm On Jul 04, 2007 |
[color=#006600][/color][b]LEAP AFRICA's ABRIDGED YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME FOR YOUTH ON HOLIDAY As you may be aware, Leadership, Effectiveness, Accountability and Professionalism (LEAP) Africa is a non-profit organization, whose mission is to inspire, empower and equip a new cadre of African leaders. LEAP provides leadership training programmes and coaching sessions for youth, the public sector, business owners and social entrepreneurs in eight Nigerian cities. Building on the success of its first Abridged Youth Leadership Programme, which was held in July 2006, LEAP is proud to announce the 2007 edition. The programme, which is designed for youth between the ages of 16 and 24, who are at home for the holidays, is scheduled to hold from July 23rd to 27th, 2007. This programme will hold at LEAP Africa offices located at 13 Omorinre Johnson, Off Admiralty Way Lekki Phase1from 9:30a.m – 4:00p.m daily. Programme cost: N25,000 for five days. This cost covers programme materials (LEAP's Leadership Institute Manual and Workbook) and lunch. The objectives of the programme are to: • Support youth through the process of “looking within” – to take stock of their current skills, talents and inclinations as well as their dreams and visions for the future. • Expose youth to the concept of leadership, and offer them some tools and skills for effective leadership. • Encourage youth to commence change projects in their communities in order to test and apply what they have learnt through the training programmes as well as to improve the live of others. Programme topics include: the Act and Art of Leadership, Developing your Life’s Mission and Vision, Goal Setting, the Tower Game, the Trust Walk, Leadership for Change, Building Self Confidence, Creativity, Patriotism/Social Responsibility, Time Management, Networking, Negotiations, Communications, Moral Ethics etc. LEAP utilizes case studies, games, interactive exercises and multi-media to enhance the life and leadership skills of its youth. Please find attached an application form. In addition, we would like to encourage you to visit our website at www.leapafrica.org to learn more about our organization. Interested applicants are encouraged to return the forms to Asuquo Edet Asuquo at LEAP Africa's Office located at 13 Omorinre Johnson Street, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, Nigeria. Tel: 234-1-270-6541/2; 7251453 on or before July 20th, 2007 or via email at aasuquo@leapafrica.org. Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to partnering with you to inspire, empower and equip a new cadre of leaders in Africa. Yours Sincerely, For: LEAP AFRICA Ltd/Gte. |
Education / Leap Africa's Abridged Youth Leadership Programme For Youth On Holiday by kayasmith: 4:52pm On Jul 04, 2007 |
[color=#006600][/color][b]LEAP AFRICA's ABRIDGED YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME FOR YOUTH ON HOLIDAY As you may be aware, Leadership, Effectiveness, Accountability and Professionalism (LEAP) Africa is a non-profit organization, whose mission is to inspire, empower and equip a new cadre of African leaders. LEAP provides leadership training programmes and coaching sessions for youth, the public sector, business owners and social entrepreneurs in eight Nigerian cities. Building on the success of its first Abridged Youth Leadership Programme, which was held in July 2006, LEAP is proud to announce the 2007 edition. The programme, which is designed for youth between the ages of 16 and 24, who are at home for the holidays, is scheduled to hold from July 23rd to 27th, 2007. This programme will hold at LEAP Africa offices located at 13 Omorinre Johnson, Off Admiralty Way Lekki Phase1from 9:30a.m – 4:00p.m daily. Programme cost: N25,000 for five days. This cost covers programme materials (LEAP's Leadership Institute Manual and Workbook) and lunch. The objectives of the programme are to: • Support youth through the process of “looking within” – to take stock of their current skills, talents and inclinations as well as their dreams and visions for the future. • Expose youth to the concept of leadership, and offer them some tools and skills for effective leadership. • Encourage youth to commence change projects in their communities in order to test and apply what they have learnt through the training programmes as well as to improve the live of others. Programme topics include: the Act and Art of Leadership, Developing your Life’s Mission and Vision, Goal Setting, the Tower Game, the Trust Walk, Leadership for Change, Building Self Confidence, Creativity, Patriotism/Social Responsibility, Time Management, Networking, Negotiations, Communications, Moral Ethics etc. LEAP utilizes case studies, games, interactive exercises and multi-media to enhance the life and leadership skills of its youth. Please find attached an application form. In addition, we would like to encourage you to visit our website at www.leapafrica.org to learn more about our organization. Interested applicants are encouraged to return the forms to Asuquo Edet Asuquo at LEAP Africa's Office located at 13 Omorinre Johnson Street, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, Nigeria. Tel: 234-1-270-6541/2; 7251453 on or before July 20th, 2007 or via email at aasuquo@leapafrica.org. Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to partnering with you to inspire, empower and equip a new cadre of leaders in Africa. Yours Sincerely, For: LEAP AFRICA Ltd/Gte. |
Education / Leap Africa's Abridged Youth Leadership Programme For Youth On Holiday by kayasmith: 4:51pm On Jul 04, 2007 |
[color=#006600][/color][b]LEAP AFRICA's ABRIDGED YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME FOR YOUTH ON HOLIDAY As you may be aware, Leadership, Effectiveness, Accountability and Professionalism (LEAP) Africa is a non-profit organization, whose mission is to inspire, empower and equip a new cadre of African leaders. LEAP provides leadership training programmes and coaching sessions for youth, the public sector, business owners and social entrepreneurs in eight Nigerian cities. Building on the success of its first Abridged Youth Leadership Programme, which was held in July 2006, LEAP is proud to announce the 2007 edition. The programme, which is designed for youth between the ages of 16 and 24, who are at home for the holidays, is scheduled to hold from July 23rd to 27th, 2007. This programme will hold at LEAP Africa offices located at 13 Omorinre Johnson, Off Admiralty Way Lekki Phase1from 9:30a.m – 4:00p.m daily. Programme cost: N25,000 for five days. This cost covers programme materials (LEAP's Leadership Institute Manual and Workbook) and lunch. The objectives of the programme are to: • Support youth through the process of “looking within” – to take stock of their current skills, talents and inclinations as well as their dreams and visions for the future. • Expose youth to the concept of leadership, and offer them some tools and skills for effective leadership. • Encourage youth to commence change projects in their communities in order to test and apply what they have learnt through the training programmes as well as to improve the live of others. Programme topics include: the Act and Art of Leadership, Developing your Life’s Mission and Vision, Goal Setting, the Tower Game, the Trust Walk, Leadership for Change, Building Self Confidence, Creativity, Patriotism/Social Responsibility, Time Management, Networking, Negotiations, Communications, Moral Ethics etc. LEAP utilizes case studies, games, interactive exercises and multi-media to enhance the life and leadership skills of its youth. Please find attached an application form. In addition, we would like to encourage you to visit our website at www.leapafrica.org to learn more about our organization. Interested applicants are encouraged to return the forms to Asuquo Edet Asuquo at LEAP Africa's Office located at 13 Omorinre Johnson Street, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, Nigeria. Tel: 234-1-270-6541/2; 7251453 on or before July 20th, 2007 or via email at aasuquo@leapafrica.org. Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to partnering with you to inspire, empower and equip a new cadre of leaders in Africa. Yours Sincerely, For: LEAP AFRICA Ltd/Gte.
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