Slum2School Africa

Today we're celebrating Mary's 10 years of outstanding service and sending forth an amazing leader whose service and leadership has impacted hundreds of communities and thousands of children Slum2School Africa Mary Omange joined Slum2School Africa in 2013 as a volunteer and she led many team, supported hundreds of volunteers, championed dozens of programs and grew into our Program Manager, leading diverse projects and programs across communities, cities and the country. We are humbled by her impact and we wish her the best as she embarks on a new career journey. In our usual fashion we gave her an unforgettable celebration knowing that she'll always be a critical part of all we do. Thank you Mary Omange for being one of the Heroes of Slum2School. Thank you for serving, leading and inspiring us all. Keep soaring and shining ✨️✨️✨️✨️ #Slum2school #HeroesOfSlum2School #Africa #EducationForAll #iVolunteer #LetsDoMore

We have been deeply overcome with sorrow and shock as we bid farewell to a pillar of strength, compassion, and generosity, Herbert Wigwe. Herbert Wigwe wasn't just a supporter; he was a guiding light, a mentor, and a father figure to all of us at Slum2School Africa. His presence brought joy, his guidance instilled hope, and his unwavering support lifted our spirits. Herbert Wigwe's commitment to our cause went beyond mere philanthropy; he became personally invested in the growth and well-being of our learners. Whether he was gracing our schools with his presence, welcoming students into his office, or gifting us with invaluable resources like laptop computers, his actions spoke volumes about his dedication to empowering the next generation. Through his kindness and generosity, Herbert ignited a spark of potential in every child he encountered, showing them that their dreams are valid and attainable. His legacy of love and service will forever echo through the halls of Slum2School, inspiring us to continue the noble work he so passionately supported. As we mourn the loss of this remarkable leader and mentor, let us also celebrate the countless lives he touched and the profound impact he made. His memory will forever be engraved in our hearts. Rest peacefully, knowing that your legacy lives on in the bright futures of the children you so deeply cared for. 🕊️💔 #RememberingHerbertWigwe #Slum2SchoolAfrica #Slum2School #HopeForEveryChild

Hello Volunteers, we've got a very special email in our inbox. Our 2024 Year Calendar is now Live and the moment we've been waiting for, the 2024 call to re-engage as a volunteer with Slum2School Africa is finally open! You know what that means💃🏾🕺🏽 This is your opportunity to join the most dynamic global community of incredible volunteer change makers impacting the lives of children across Africa. Our Founder, has a special message for you so head to your email and let your 2024 impactful journey begin. Applications close on Monday, 12th February, 2024. It's your year of global impact. Get Involved 🌍🌏 #Slum2School #Africa #HopeForEveryChild #iVolunteer #LetsDoMore

The laughter, the impact and the extraordinary joy we derive standing up for children who can't stand for themselves. We invite you all to join us this year as we take a stand for children in need. Let's make 2024 a year of outstanding transformation 💡💡💡 #Slum2school #Africa #HopeForEveryChild #LetsDoMore

Welcome to the first school day of the New Year 🤩🥰😁 Who's more excited for these kids 🕺🏽💃🏾 This year would be filled with lots of joy, smiles and laughter. Are you ready!!!!! #Slum2School #Slum2SchoolAfrica #HopeForEveryChild #BeOurSuperhero #LetsDoMore

Yaaay🏆We won a historic 8 Thropies at the 2023 #LagosKidsMarathon 💃🏾🕺🏽💃🏾🕺🏽💃🏾🕺🏽💃🏾🕺🏽 Congratulations to every one. Our kids swept half of the trophies at the Lagos Kids Marathon taking home eight Trophies in 1st, 2nd and 3rd Positions in various Categories and winning various cash prizes, sneakers and prizes. 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆 This year over 1500 kids from 150 private and public schools across Lagos State participated in the Lagos Kids Marathon and we are so proud to see these young stars excel so well. We would keep celebrating this win all through the year because this was truly deserving. Thank you to St. Savior School Ikoyi, for hosting such a phenomenal Marathon for kids and thanks to all our Superheroes for making these kids shine so bright 🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇 We can't wait to share more but for now let's celebrate this win 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 #Slum2school #LagosKidsRun #Lagos #Marathon #Gold #Silver #Bronze #Champions #LetsDoMore

Meet the top 10 finalists from Nigeria in the VIA International Creative Poster Competition. Which School's poster has your vote? 🎖🎖🎖🎖🎖🎖🎖🎖🎖🎖 The VIA global campaign is designed to equip school children across schools globally, with road safety guidelines while walking to school, and developing these students into road safety ambassadors in their schools and communities. These schools and students in Nigeria have completed a series of training over the year, alongside over 21,840 students across 100 schools. Here are the top 10 finalists....... 1. Community Secondary School Rumuokwuta, Rivers State 2. Holy Rosary Secondary School Rivers state 3. Government Secondary School Kubwa, Abuja 4. Express Way Secondary School Tolu, Lagos 5. School for the Gifted Gwagwalada, Abuja 6. Government Secondary School Gwarimpa, Abuja 7. Community Secondary School Rumuomasi, Rivers state 8. Government Secondary School Orozo, Abuja 9. Community Secondary School Rumuapara, Rivers state 10. Government Secondary School Jabi, Abuja The top 3 schools will win cash prizes of N1,000,000.00, N500,000.00 and N250,000.00. While other schools will also get various gift prizes. And the winner will go on to compete with schools from 30 countries at the international semi finals and finals. Which school would you vote for? 🥁🥁🥁 We are proud of the impact of this partnership with TotalEnergies Fondation TotalEnergies NNPC Limited and several other partners. Together we're creating safe roads and safer children 💙 Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eHNWhzsW #Slum2SchoolAfrica #TotalEnergies #NNPC #VIACreativePosterCompetition #RoadSafetyEducation #NigeriaYouth #LetsDoMore

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🚀 Exciting News! 🌟 We're thrilled to share the launch of an innovative partnership with tech giants HP, to impact learners across our communities, offering comprehensive training in Data Science, AI/Robotics, Javascript/SQL Coding, and Frontend Development (Web & Mobile), HP life courses and lots more. Designed for students aged 13-20, the STEM Program is a vital step in enhancing the skills and knowledge of youths across underserved communities in these critical fields. We're particularly excited about the collaborative partnership with the HP team and having their staff also facilitate some sessions and conducting the HP Life session with our learners. The launch event was graced by amazing HP leaders, including Vileshen Moodley, Managing Director - HP ACE (Africa Central and East), Sophie Anjorin, Sustainability Impact Lead, HP, Josephine Kolawale, and other HP executives. In attendance were our own Executive Director, Orondaam Otto, Program Manager Mary Omange, along with other top executives, team leads, volunteers from various departments and some incredible Slum2School scholars. Together, we embark on a mission to empower youth, shaping a future where technology drives innovation. 🚀✨ We are continuously inspired by these types of partnerships and we look forward to the impact this will achive.🌍💡 #Slum2School #HP #Slum2SchoolAfrica #STEMEducation #Innovation #HP #TechPartnership #EmpoweringYouth #HPInnovation

Thrilled to unveil our transformative partnership with Oracle and Oracle Academy, aimed at fostering digital literacy among children and teenagers in underserved communities. In a tech-driven age, equipping youths with digital skills like, digital illustration, AI, animation, robotics, coding, web development etc is non-negotiable and we are proud of the continuous impact we are having with partners like Oracle. We are really proud of this cohort of learners and we look forward to all the incredible things they'll build with these skills they've learnt over the past months. Every child deserves quality education to thrive in the 21st century and we look forward to continued partnerships that will achieve this for children across Africa. Join our journey of transformation! #Slum2school #Slum2schoolAfrica #Oracle #OracleAcademy #TechForAll #EmpowerCommunities #PartnershipGoals #LetsDoMore