About Us
We do things differently…
Saving African Youths Dream Initiative (SAYDi) is a non-governmental organization in West Africa, Nigeria with the mandate to promote equitable quality education; campaign against gender disparity and civic engagement apathy; and advocacy for the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in immediate communities and beyond.
SAYDi was launched as a student organization in 2020 at the University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria and was officially registered with the corporate affairs commission as a non-profit organization in the year 2021. The organization has since grown to be a worthy NGO being run by a population of youth volunteers.
SAYDi supports marginalized and vulnerable communities with resources that amplifies their voices while also providing them with information that fosters social and economic progress. This we do without demands yet transparent and unimpaired in our engagements.
To enhance effective education, democratic governance and social justice, SAYDi creates that close feedback loop between citizens and the government. With global expertise and reach, we focus on community outreach, influencing policies, practices, and knowledge mobilization.
Our Vision
To create an ecosystem of opportunities where young people, especially the underserved can fully harness their potential and optimally unlock it to their advantage and that of the entire society.
Our Mission
We enhance effective and efficient education, promote democratic governance, gender inclusion, and social justice, SAYDi creates an interface between citizens and the government.
Our Objectives
Promote equity and stakeholders' inclusion in education development.
Provide support and platforms for societal development through youth empowerment and affairs.
Promote gender equity as a principle of human rights and a developmental goal.
Advocate gender rebalancing in resource distribution, legal rights, and political participation.
Contribute positively to the achievement of good governance, transparency, accountability, and a people-friendly legal framework for youth dreams.
Encourage youth participation in politics and decision-making.
Promote Climate Engagements.
Our Key Drivers
Commitment
Growth Mindset
Innovation
Social Inclusion
Active Participation
Collaborations
Work Ethic
Transperency
Board of Directors
Dr. Amina Salihu
Abdullateef O. Abdulkareem
Prof. Suleiman Folorunsho Ambali
Prof. Mashood Mustapha Keke
Abdullahi Tunde Aborede
