Ehiliz Support Initiative

Youth development projects in Nigeria that turn learning into action.

ESI projects bring youth empowerment into schools, communities and learning spaces through practical skills, mentorship, values, service and constructive participation.

Activities & projects

Youth development programmes that put young people in the room.

New to the topic? Start with our guide to youth development in Nigeria and see how skills, mentorship, character and community participation work together.

ESI’s existing photo archive shows direct engagement with students and young people through school-based programmes, youth learning and facilitated discussions.

Students at an ESI youth development summit in Nigeria
Youth engagement

Youth Summit & School Outreach

The 2024 programme archive features a youth summit themed around overcoming hard times and distraction, with direct engagement of secondary-school students.

Student recognition during an ESI youth empowerment programme
Recognition

Learning, Participation & Recognition

Programme activities include facilitated learning and recognition moments that encourage participation, confidence and achievement.

ESI team with students during a youth development programme in Nigeria
Mentorship

Mentorship & Guided Conversations

ESI brings adults with relevant experience into learning spaces where young people can ask questions, gain perspective and see positive role models.

Students holding materials at an ESI youth development summit
Character

Character, Resilience & Social Awareness

Education and enlightenment remain central to ESI’s effort to help young people resist harmful influences and make responsible choices.

Programme pathways

What ESI can activate with partners.

The refreshed site structures projects around clear participation routes so schools, employers, mentors and community partners can understand how to work with ESI.

School & campus sessions

Skills, values, career guidance, civic awareness and social reformation programmes.

Skills cohorts

Short practical learning programmes with assignments and evidence of completion.

Mentorship circles

Structured access to role models and professionals across relevant fields.

Community action

Volunteer projects that translate youth development into visible contribution.