Yefosr
Youth Empowerment
Become a friend to our youth, to our community, to our future... In poverty and other misfortunes of life, true friends are a sure refuge
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Peace Building
Fostering peace education and capacity building initiatives on conflict resolution and management.
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Education & Skilling
Ensuring young people access quality educational, life skills and personal development training opportunities.

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Livelihood Skilling
Providing relevant skills for employment, decent jobs and entrepreneurship to youth and rural communities.
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Word from the Executive Director

Dear Partners, Supporters, and Community Members, It is my great honor to welcome you to Youth Empowerment for Self Reliance (YEFOSR).
Our organization was founded with a deep commitment to empower vulnerable communities, particularly youth, women, and girls, to become self-reliant and active contributors to sustainable development.

Across many rural and refugee communities, young people continue to face significant challenges such as poverty, unemployment, social exclusion, and limited opportunities for growth. At YEFOSR, we believe that when youth are equipped with the right skills, knowledge, and support systems, they can transform these challenges into opportunities for progress and innovation.

Mr. Tunda Alex – Executive Director

Empowering Youth for a Better Future

Youth Empowerment for Self Reliance (YEFOSR) is a registered refugee youth-led Community-Based Organization under Obongi Local Government (Reg. No. ODLG/CBO/913-2023-038).

Founded on 28th June 2019, YEFOSR was established to tackle key challenges affecting rural communities—especially vulnerable and marginalized youth—including poverty, unemployment, tribal conflict, and cultural intolerance.

Through community-led innovation, YEFOSR empowers rural women, girls, and youth with the tools to build resilience, restore livelihoods, and take active roles in leadership, decision-making, peacebuilding, environmental protection, and development initiatives.

“Become a friend to our youth, to our community, to our future… In poverty and other misfortunes of life, true friends are a sure refuge.”

Peace Building

Fostering peace education and capacity building initiatives on conflict resolution and management.

Education & Skilling

Ensuring young people access quality educational, life skills and personal development training opportunities.

Youth Voice, Leadership & Governance

Strengthening youth participation in decision making processes by involving them in leadership and governance spaces.

Empowering Youth for a Better Future

Our Programs

Discover how we're making a difference in the lives of young people through our various programs focused on education, economic empowerment, and leadership.

Environmental Protection

Education Support & School Retention Program Youth Empowerment

Education and Youth Skilling

Education Support & Youth Skills Development Program Youth

Youth Voice, Leadership & Governance

Youth Voice, Leadership & Governance Program Youth Empowerment

Livelihood

Economic Empowerment & Livelihood Development Program Youth Empowerment

Protection & SRHR

Peace Building Program Youth Empowerment for Self Reliance

Our Values

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Voluntarism

We believe in the power of voluntary service and community participation to drive sustainable change.

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Inclusiveness

We embrace diversity and ensure that all community members have equal opportunities to participate and benefit.

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Accountability

We maintain transparency in our operations and take responsibility for our actions and decisions.

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Hard Work

We are committed to diligence and perseverance in pursuing our mission and achieving our goals.

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Conflict Sensitivity

We approach our work with awareness of conflict dynamics and strive to promote peace and harmony.

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Partnerships

We value collaboration with various stakeholders to leverage resources and maximize impact.

YEFOSR in Numbers

Our organization statistics reflect the impact and progress of Youth Empowerment for Self Reliance (YEFOSR) in empowering youth and supporting communities. Through our programs, partnerships, and community initiatives, we continue to reach and support individuals with opportunities for education, skills development, and self-reliance.
5000+
Youth Reached

 Young people directly impacted by our programs

50
Communities

Communities where we’ve implemented programs

200+
Workshops

 Training sessions conducted for skills development

85+
Success Rate

 Of participants report improved life outcomes

Join Us in Making a Difference!

We invite individuals, partners, volunteers, and organizations to join us in empowering youth and strengthening communities through education, skills development, and opportunities for self-reliance. Your support—whether through volunteering, partnerships, mentorship, or donations—can help transform lives and create sustainable opportunities for vulnerable youth and refugee communities. Together, we can build a future where young people are empowered, resilient, and capable of shaping their own success.
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News & Updates

Youth Empowerment For Self Reliance - YEFOSR is setting to operate in a semi urban area where PWDs from villages and towns will easily access its services and for it to tap to both rural and urban market.
Ngolija Innocent
BRIDGE A-level Scholarship Recipient
The BRIDGE A-level scholarship changed my life completely. In O-Level, I struggled as a day scholar and faced many challenges balancing school and home responsibilities, with limited time for studies due to long distances and household duties. But in A-Level, while under the scholarship,  I was able to study in a stable environment with all my needs supported. This gave me the opportunity to focus and excel, and I eventually became the best student in my school and district with 17 points. I am truly grateful for this support.
Poni Josephine
BRIDGE AEP Graduate
Before joining the AEP programme, I struggled to raise school fees on my own, and eventually I dropped out because I could no longer keep up. Returning to school with my young daughter was not easy, but the support provided through the AEP programme, including school fees, learning materials, and the baby-minding centre for young mothers, made it possible for me to continue my studies without worry. Today, I am a teacher, earning an income and supporting my family. My dream is to continue my education and achieve even more

Meet Our Partners

We are proud to work with dedicated partners who share our vision of creating positive change. Through collaboration, support, and shared expertise, our partners help us empower communities, strengthen programs, and achieve lasting impact. Together, we are building a brighter and more sustainable future.