Transforming Youth Potential Into Prosperity
The Kaduna Youths Empowerment Foundation equips young people with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities to become self-reliant agents of change in their communities.
Ages 15–50
Youth served across Northern States
6 Pillars
Core programmatic areas of focus
5 SDGs
UN Sustainable Development Goals aligned
Community
Grassroots, partnership-driven model
Our Track Record
We are moving Kaduna forward toward a more fair, flourishing and just tomorrow, but we can't get there alone. We need every little help we can get.
- 15
- National Executive Committee
- 20
- States & FCT Covered
- 419
- LGAs Reached
- 1,261,101+
- Total Members
Regional Breakdown
Pick a region, then a state
Sokoto State
North West · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 23
- LGA Executive Members
- —
- Ward Coordinators
- 244
- Ward Executive Members
- —
- Unit Coordinators
- 3,991
- Unit Executive Members
- 55,874
Katsina State
North West · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 34
- LGA Executive Members
- 476
- Ward Coordinators
- 361
- Ward Executive Members
- 5,054
- Unit Coordinators
- —
- Unit Executive Members
- 93,128
Jigawa State
North West · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 27
- LGA Executive Members
- —
- Ward Coordinators
- 287
- Ward Executive Members
- 4,018
- Unit Coordinators
- 4,522
- Unit Executive Members
- 63,308
Kano State
North West · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 44
- LGA Executive Members
- 616
- Ward Coordinators
- 484
- Ward Executive Members
- —
- Unit Coordinators
- 11,222
- Unit Executive Members
- 157,108
Kaduna State
North West · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 23
- LGA Executive Members
- 322
- Ward Coordinators
- 255
- Ward Executive Members
- 3,570
- Unit Coordinators
- 8,012
- Unit Executive Members
- 112,168
Kebbi State
North West · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 21
- LGA Executive Members
- 294
- Ward Coordinators
- 225
- Ward Executive Members
- —
- Unit Coordinators
- 3,743
- Unit Executive Members
- 52,402
Zamfara State
North West · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 14
- LGA Executive Members
- 196
- Ward Coordinators
- 147
- Ward Executive Members
- 20,058
- Unit Coordinators
- 3,529
- Unit Executive Members
- 49,406
Yobe State
North East · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 17
- LGA Executive Members
- 238
- Ward Coordinators
- 178
- Ward Executive Members
- 2,478
- Unit Coordinators
- 2,823
- Unit Executive Members
- 39,522
Bauchi State
North East · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 20
- LGA Executive Members
- 280
- Ward Coordinators
- 226
- Ward Executive Members
- 3,164
- Unit Coordinators
- 5,423
- Unit Executive Members
- 76,048
Gombe State
North East · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 11
- LGA Executive Members
- 154
- Ward Coordinators
- 114
- Ward Executive Members
- 1,596
- Unit Coordinators
- 2,988
- Unit Executive Members
- 27,832
Borno State
North East · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 27
- LGA Executive Members
- 378
- Ward Coordinators
- 312
- Ward Executive Members
- 4,368
- Unit Coordinators
- 5,071
- Unit Executive Members
- 70,994
Adamawa State
North East · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 21
- LGA Executive Members
- 294
- Ward Coordinators
- 226
- Ward Executive Members
- 3,164
- Unit Coordinators
- 4,104
- Unit Executive Members
- 57,456
Taraba State
North East · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 16
- LGA Executive Members
- 224
- Ward Coordinators
- 168
- Ward Executive Members
- 2,296
- Unit Coordinators
- 3,597
- Unit Executive Members
- 50,358
Benue State
North Central · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 23
- LGA Executive Members
- 322
- Ward Coordinators
- —
- Ward Executive Members
- 3,864
- Unit Coordinators
- 5,102
- Unit Executive Members
- 71,428
Plateau State
North Central · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 17
- LGA Executive Members
- 238
- Ward Coordinators
- 325
- Ward Executive Members
- 4,550
- Unit Coordinators
- 4,989
- Unit Executive Members
- 69,846
Kogi State
North Central · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 21
- LGA Executive Members
- 292
- Ward Coordinators
- 239
- Ward Executive Members
- 33,463
- Unit Coordinators
- 3,508
- Unit Executive Members
- 49,112
Kwara State
North Central · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 16
- LGA Executive Members
- 224
- Ward Coordinators
- 193
- Ward Executive Members
- 2,702
- Unit Coordinators
- 2,887
- Unit Executive Members
- 40,418
Niger State
North Central · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 25
- LGA Executive Members
- 350
- Ward Coordinators
- 274
- Ward Executive Members
- 3,836
- Unit Coordinators
- 4,950
- Unit Executive Members
- 39,600
Nasarawa State
North Central · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 13
- LGA Executive Members
- 182
- Ward Coordinators
- 147
- Ward Executive Members
- 2,058
- Unit Coordinators
- 3,256
- Unit Executive Members
- 45,585
FCT Abuja
North Central · Membership snapshot- State Executive Committee
- 15
- LGA Coordinators
- 6
- LGA Executive Members
- 84
- Ward Coordinators
- 62
- Ward Executive Members
- 868
- Unit Coordinators
- 2,822
- Unit Executive Members
- 39,508
On the Ground
See KYEF in action — from community meetings to government engagements, we are always working to create real change on the ground.
Our Programs
Six interconnected pillars designed to address the root causes of youth disenfranchisement in Northern Nigeria.
Skills & Vocational Training
Hands-on training in tailoring, welding, ICT, agriculture, cosmetology, and plumbing — making participants job-ready or business-ready.
Entrepreneurship & Business Development
Business incubation, plan writing, financial management, marketing training, and linkages to microfinance for startup capital.
Education & Awareness Campaigns
Workshops on financial literacy, civic education, health awareness (HIV/AIDS, drug abuse), and peaceful coexistence.
Peacebuilding & Social Cohesion
Programs that unite youths from different ethnic and religious backgrounds through dialogue, sports, and collaborative projects.
Employment Linkages & Career Support
Bridging trained youths with the job market through partnerships with companies for placements, internships, and career counselling.
Advocacy & Civic Participation
Platforms for young people to voice their concerns, engage in governance, and contribute to community decision-making processes.
Our Mission
To empower the youth with relevant skills, knowledge, and resources to become self-reliant, productive, and positive agents of change in their communities — tackling unemployment, poverty, and social instability at the roots.
Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals
KYEF's work directly contributes to five of the United Nations' 17 Global Goals for a better and more sustainable future for all people by 2030.
No Poverty
Economic empowerment programs provide pathways out of poverty for marginalized youth.
Quality Education
Skills training and awareness campaigns close the gap between formal education and real-world demands.
Decent Work & Economic Growth
Vocational training, job placements, and entrepreneurship support create sustainable livelihoods.
Reduced Inequalities
Gender-focused and conflict-affected community programs reduce disparities and promote inclusion.
Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
Peacebuilding programs and civic advocacy foster stability, unity, and active participation in governance.
Beneficiary Stories
Real impact, real people. Hear from the young Nigerians whose lives KYEF has helped transform through skills, opportunity, and community.
"The vocational training I received at KYEF gave me skills I could use immediately. Within three months of completing the programme, I had set up my own tailoring shop and hired two apprentices."
Aisha Garba
Vocational Skills Training Programme
"KYEF's entrepreneurship programme changed how I think about business. The mentors helped me develop a solid business plan and connected me with funding. My agribusiness is now supplying to local markets."
Ibrahim Musa
Entrepreneurship & Business Development
"I came from a community affected by conflict and had lost hope. KYEF's peacebuilding workshops brought us together — youth from different backgrounds working toward the same goal. That experience changed me."
Fatima Usman
Peacebuilding & Social Cohesion Programme
Our Patrons
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Our Stories
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Get Involved with KYEF
Whether you are a youth seeking a better path, a professional willing to mentor, or an organisation looking to partner — there is a place for you here.
Join as a Member
Download the KYEF mobile app to register and access exclusive empowerment programmes and member benefits.
Volunteer with Us
Share your skills as a trainer, mentor, or community facilitator. Your expertise can directly change the trajectory of a young person's life.
Express InterestPartner or Donate
Institutional partners, NGOs, and donors — collaborate with KYEF to scale impact across Northern Nigeria and reach more vulnerable youth.
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