Long before a child enters the classroom, inequities can create a lasting imprint on the architecture of the brain. Recent research on brain development casts new light on the formative influence of early childhood experience. In the first few years of life, a child’s brain creates 700 to 1,000 new neural connections every second, a pace that later diminishes. These […]
From Displacement to Determination: Hauwa’s Journey Toward Her Dream Career
Hauwa Ibrahim, a 20 year old from Ngoshe 2 in Gwoza Local Government of Borno State, moved with her family to Abuja 11 years ago due to Boko Haram insurgency. Hauwa is the youngest of seven children and she currently stays with her father and mother who are both crop farmers that grows beans, groundnuts, and corn for both consumption […]
The TLP Grow Assignment
A very practical part of the Transformed Livelihood Project (TLP) training is the Grow Assignment. Participants in Diko, Akwanga, Sheda, and Asaga took part in the Tomato Grow Assignment with the objective of putting into practice the agricultural and entrepreneurial skills learned during the training, while also helping them develop a positive change in mindset. Many of them were planting […]
Resilience in Action: Mrs. Aderewa’s Path to Financial Growth
Mrs. Aderewa Barnabas, 45 years old, is a participant of the Transformed Livelihood Project (TLP) in Akwanga. She is a classroom teacher who earns ₦18,000 ($12) monthly. She has four children aged 15, 12, 10, and 6, and is married to Mr. Barnabas, a volunteer pastor who receives a monthly allowance of ₦10,000 ($7). After attending FLEP’s TLP Module 1 […]
#Photos: Diko Module 2 TLP Training
Module Two of the Transformed Livelihood Project (TLP) in Diko, Niger State, brought together 40 young participants for intensive training on leadership, mindset shift, social entrepreneurship, marketing, pricing, and digital skills such as Google Workspace and Canva. The aim of this module is to strengthen their entrepreneurial and digital abilities, enabling them to run profitable businesses and improve their employability […]
FLEP third quarter newsletter: Here are some interesting stories and activities within the period
Its the third quarter of the year (July – September) and we are glad to share with you our newsletter within the period. Click here to get a copy of the third quarter newsletter. You can also click HERE to have a look at our newsletter catalogue containing all newsletters.
Building a Better Future with No Corruption Generation
FLEP, through its No Corruption Generation (NCG) advocacy program, engaged 17 pupils at Sharing Prosperity School in Kuchingoro IDP Camp, Abuja in an interactive program. The program focused on helping children stop peer rivalry, live in peace, avoid fights, and support one another. Storytelling, group talks, and role play were employed to make learning fun and easy for the children. […]
FLEP’s Business and Missions Training in Akure
Nineteen members of the Navigator community in Akure, Ondo State, gathered for two days FLEP training on entrepreneurship and missions. They were taught on lean startup, customer development, motivation, personal financial management, and income statements. The aim was to encourage young people to build profitable businesses while also taking part in missions. Ayo, a 400-level student of FUTA, shared his […]
TLP Training in Asaga Ohafia
As part of the ongoing FLEP’s Transformed Livelihood Project (TLP) 2025 implementation, 30 participants in Asaga Ohafia Local Government of Abia State were engaged in a three day Entrepreneurship, Life skills and practical Agricultural (Goat and Tomatoes) training. This training was designed to inspire participants towards entrepreneurship and employment opportunities. All participants were empowered with tomato seeds, ensuring they could […]
FLEP Trains 30 Young People in Nsuka on Entrepreneurship
As part of the Transformed Livelihood Project (TLP) 2025, FLEP recently held a three-day entrepreneurship training in Nsuka, Enugu State. 30 young people took part in the training. During the sessions, these participants learned key concepts such as lean startup, value proposition, financial management and productivity. The objective of the training is to increase their knowledge, improve their capacity to […]
Thrive Ahead Project: The journey thus far with young ladies from vulnerable communities
FLEP Nigeria engaged young ladies through the Thrive Ahead Project, in digital and administrative skills training. These young ladies come from vulnerable communities, including IDP camps and urban slums in Abuja places where opportunities are often limited. Watch video below: