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Akanni damilola

@akannidamilola

I build youth programs advancing girls’ education, gender justice, and civic participation.

Nigeria
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to advance youth-focused education, gender justice, advocacy, and social-impact programs through strong partnerships, community engagement, and effective program delivery in Nigeria.

I’ve advanced youth-focused programs with YouthhubAfrica, Girls On The Go, and Nigeria Youth SDGs Network, spanning education, gender justice, civic education, partnerships, and advocacy.

At YouthhubAfrica, I supported program design, implementation, monitoring, proposals, donor reporting, and the Ford Foundation-supported Youth Voices Project addressing gender-based violence. I also supported preparations for Nigeria’s Youth Shadow Report presentation and the selection of Nigerian youth delegates for the UN High-Level Political Forum.

As Team Lead at Girls On The Go, I designed and oversaw five outreaches supporting girls through career development, SGBV education, financial empowerment, and academic support.

I’ve reached over 5,000 girls across Nigeria and mentored students across seven schools in Kwara State, where SGBV Club membership increased by 45%. I’m committed to challenging stereotypes, dismantling patriarchy, and strengthening youth leadership and community resilience.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Nigeria Youth SDGs Network (NGYouthSDGs) logoNN

Partnerships and communication aassociate

Mar 2026 - Jun 2026 (3 months)

Identify and engage potential partners including youth organisations, civil society groups, development partners, and government institutions.
Support the development and coordination of collaborative initiatives aligned with NGYouthSDGs programmes.
Draft partnership concept notes, briefs, and collaboration proposals.
Support the development of memoranda of understanding (MoUs) and partnership

NN

Partnerships and Communication Associate

Nigeria Youth SDGs Network

Mar 2026 - Jun 2026 (3 months)

Identified and engaged potential partners including youth organisations, civil society groups, development partners, and government institutions. Supported the development of collaborative initiatives, drafted partnership documents, and maintained stakeholder databases.

YouthhubAfrica logoYO

Programs intern

Feb 2025 - Dec 2025 (10 months)

• Supported program design, implementation, and monitoring of youth-focused initiatives, including education, gender justice, and leadership projects.
• Conducted research, prepared proposals, concept notes, and donor reports to inform decision-making and project funding.
• Coordinated the Youth Voices Project (Ford Foundation), engaging CSOs, development partners, and youth leaders to combat gend

Girls On The Go logoGG

Team Lead

Oct 2023 - May 2025 (1 year 7 months)

• Developed and implemented the organization’s mission, vision, and strategic plan to empower the Girl
child.
• Designed, managed and oversaw five outreaches to empower female pupils on career development,
Sexual and Gender-based Violence (SGBV), financial empowerment, and academic support.
• Maintained relationship with local schools, community leaders, and stakeholders to promote organization’s

SI

Student Mentor

Saving African Youths Dream Initiative

Mar 2023 - Oct 2024 (1 year 7 months)

Conducted SGBV mentorship programs across seven schools in Kwara State, increasing club membership by 45%. Mentored hundreds of students and contributed to advocacy materials and policy recommendations.

Saving African Youths Dream Initiative (SAYDi) logoSS

Student Mentor

Mar 2023 - Oct 2024 (1 year 7 months)

- Conducted Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) mentorship program in twice across 7 schools in
Kwara State in March 2023 and November 2024 respectively.
- Members of the SGBV Club across seven schools increased by 45%
- Successfully mentored hundreds of students, equipping them with knowledge and resources to combat
SGBV.
- Increased awareness and understanding of SGBV among students and the

Ilorin Global Shapers Community logoIC

Educator

Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 (2 months)

- I oversaw and carried out the Civic Educators Training in Tanke community in Kwara State by engaging over 90 locals which included community leaders, traders, workers and community members, on the benefits and importance of Civic education and participation.

- I spoke on Democracy, the Role of Government and Citizens. Questions were asked, Activities and scenarios tailored to democracy were ca

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

UN

University of Ilorin, Nigeria

Bachelor of Agriculture, Agricultural and Extension Education Services

2018 - 2024

University of Ilorin logoUI

University of Ilorin

Bachelor of Agriculture, Agricultural and Extension Education Services

2018 - 2024

Pursued a Bachelor of Agriculture in Agricultural and Extension Education Services, graduating in July 2024.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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