NEWS UPDATES AND UPCOMING EVENTS

The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center, in partnership with Rooted Change and Ace Support Initiative, is proud to announce today, January 28, 2026, the commencement of the 2026 Cohort of THE VOICE Program, a transformative initiative dedicated to empowering young girls in underserved communities. The commencement ceremony was held at the Center’s Conference Hall, 75 Mai Adiko Road, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. This program is specifically designed to address the numerous challenges girl

We are thrilled to announce that The Ivorgba Center has officially welcomed three enthusiastic and talented young interns to our team! These bright minds bring fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and a passion for making a difference.  Join us in giving them a warm welcome as they embark on this exciting journey with us. Stay tuned for updates on their projects and contributions as they grow and thrive within our community. Karina Vattasseril- Kelley School of Business | Bl

The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center is pleased to announce the formalization of a partnership agreement with the Plateau State Ministry of Education to enhance professional development opportunities for public secondary school teachers in Plateau State. Through this partnership, a total of 360 public secondary school teachers will be trained. Thirty (90) teachers selected from the 3 senatorial zones of Plateau State (30 teachers from each zone), will be trained at the initial 2-day T

The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center has announced a strategic partnership with The Pocket Project and the Institute for Global Integral Competence e.V. to launch an ambitious initiative focused on providing trauma-informed care and training across Nigeria. This collaboration aims to equip a broad spectrum of stakeholders—including community leaders, youth leaders, religious and traditional leaders, mental health professionals, psychologists, social workers, policymakers, government o

The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center recently participated in the Nonprofit Capacity Development Training held from November 25-27, 2025, at the Fox Hotel in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria. Organized by the Nigeria Network of NGOs in collaboration with the TY Danjuma Foundation, the training aimed to strengthen the skills and effectiveness of nonprofit organizations across Nigeria. Over three days, representatives from various NGOs gathered to enhance their knowledge in areas such as org

The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center is proud to announce the opening of submissions for the 9th and 2nd Editions of the Young Business Leaders (YBL) Program for Nigeria and Sierra Leone, respectively. Since its inception nine years ago, the YBL Award has been a vital platform to empower young Nigerian entrepreneurs, fostering innovation, sustainability, and economic growth within the country. We invite passionate and driven young entrepreneurs across Nigeria to submit their concept n

The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center in partnership with Centre for Faith and Community Development (CFCD), hosted the 2-Day Youth Camp on National Ethics and Values, from March 14-15, 2025 at Novel Suites, Rayfield, Jos, Plateau State, to engage young people in discussions about the importance of ethics and values in shaping the future of Nigeria. The camp attracted 35 young men and women, aged 20-35 years, from various backgrounds, fostering a diverse environment for learning and c

We’re excited to welcome Danielle Hodge to The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center Advisory Board! With her extensive expertise in community impact, partnership building, and water safety programs, Danielle’s leadership will inspire new initiatives to empower and uplift our community. Danielle Hodge is the visionary founder and CEO of Alma Ocean and the Alma Swim Foundation, passionately committed to transforming water spaces into environments that are safer, more joyful, and inclusive f

The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center is pleased to announce the addition of three dynamic interns to its team. These talented individuals bring fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and a shared commitment to advancing peacebuilding and conflict resolution efforts. Their arrival marks an exciting chapter for the center as it continues to expand its reach and deepen its impact within local and global communities. The new interns come from diverse backgrounds, each bringing unique skill

The Ivorgba Center has officially announced an innovative and impactful initiative titled "Bridging Cultures: Building Global Friendships Among Youth," aimed at fostering meaningful connections between young people from Africa and the United States. This groundbreaking program seeks to create a platform where youth from diverse backgrounds can come together to share ideas, experiences, and perspectives on pressing issues that affect their regions, cultures, and environments.

We are thrilled to announce a fresh new look for The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center! After careful thought and creative collaboration, we have officially approved our brand-new logo, symbolizing our growth, vision, and commitment to serving our community with renewed energy and purpose.   Our new logo reflects the evolution of our center and our ongoing dedication to innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. It embodies the values we stand for—empowering individuals, fostering commun

We are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership between The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center and RootedChange, an organization committed to empowering young people to become effective leaders and agents of positive change. This collaboration reflects our shared dedication to nurturing the next generation of changemakers who are passionate about creating sustainable solutions and impactful community development.   The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center has long been dedicated to fostering lea

We are delighted to share some exciting news! The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center is proud to announce that we have officially joined the Peace...

We are pleased to announce that The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center has, on July 8, 2025, signed a strategic partnership agreement with...

The Ivorgba Center is happy to welcome our new Organizational Development and Capacity Building Intern- Aagii Nasanjargal.  Aagii, as she...

The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center, with support from Rotary Club for Global Action , is happy to announce and welcome Nominations for its 8th...

The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center, with support from Rotary Club for Global Action, has held the first edition of the Young Business Leadership...

The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and hunger, inequality and injustice through investments in...

The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center and   Rotary Club for Global Action  have today, Friday July 5, 2024, awarded winners of the 7th Young...

The Emmanuel Ivorgba Center supported the Leadership Training for newly-elected Executive Council (Exco) and Members of the Elder Forum...