Empowering Individuals & Communities Through Education, Advocacy & Personal Growth
Empowering individuals and communities through education and advocacy for healthy relationships, responsible sexuality, mental wellness, and personal growth.
2,500+
Women Reached
8
Core Programs
3
Academies
10+
Years of Impact
Our Foundation
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To empower women and others with information and education towards positive relationships, sexuality, and mental health — building healthier communities from within.
Our Mission
Advancing information, education, and skill-building opportunities for women and others in the area of relationships, sexuality, and mental health across all communities.
What We Do
Core Focus Areas
Comprehensive support across the dimensions of wellness that matter most
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Mental Wellness
Education and support for emotional wellness, mental health awareness, stress management, and coping strategies.
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Relationships & Sexuality
Safe, evidence-based education on healthy relationships, sexuality, family planning, and sexual responsibility.
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Violence Prevention
Prevention education on sexual violence and harassment, supporting survivors, and creating safe environments.
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Parenting Education
Equipping parents with tools to have age-appropriate conversations with their children about sexuality and wellness.
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Counselling Support
Confidential counselling for individuals navigating relationship, mental health, and wellness challenges.
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Advocacy
Raising awareness and advocating for policies that protect women's rights, mental health access, and community norms.
Featured Programs
Programs & Events
Transformative gatherings and training designed to equip and inspire
Event
Mother & Daughter Summit
Bridging generational gaps through open conversations on life, relationships, and growing up.
Event
Counsellors Need Counsel
Dedicated wellness support and professional development for those who support others daily.
Event
Life Skills Conference
Annual gathering focused on practical tools for navigating life, love, and personal growth.
Academy
Mental & Emotional Wellness Academy
Online and in-person training on mental wellness, coping, and emotional regulation.
Academy
Relationship & Marriage Academy
Deep-dive training covering communication, trust, intimacy, and conflict resolution.
Voices of Change
What People Say
The Mother and Daughter Summit changed our relationship completely. For the first time, we could talk openly about things we never addressed before.
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Funke Okafor
Program Participant
MEWA academy gave me tools to manage anxiety I had struggled with for years. The facilitators were kind, professional, and truly understood the African context.
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Amara Nwosu
MEWA Graduate
As a school counselor, the professional development sessions equipped me with resources I use every single week with students. Invaluable work.
TI
Taiwo Ibrahim
School Counselor
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Who We Are
About Life Skills Empowerment Initiative
A Nigerian NGO dedicated to empowering women and communities through information, education, and holistic wellness support.
Our Story
Life Skills Empowerment Initiative was founded with a deep conviction that access to quality information about relationships, sexuality, and mental health can transform lives. We exist because millions of women across Nigeria navigate these deeply personal areas without safe spaces, accurate knowledge, or qualified support.
From our summits and conferences to our online academies, every program we run is designed to break stigma, build confidence, and equip individuals with practical life skills that create ripples of positive change in families and communities.
Our Core Objectives
The pillars that guide every program and initiative we run
Empowering individuals and communities through education and advocacy for healthy relationships, responsible sexuality, mental wellness, and personal growth.
Our Team
Meet Our Team
Passionate people driving change across Nigeria
Mrs Folashade Ajayi
Executive Director
Leading the vision and strategy of LSEI with passion for women's empowerment, mental health, and community wellness across Nigeria.
PA
Programs Director
Programs Director
Designing and overseeing all programs, academies, and community outreach initiatives.
AT
Lead Facilitator
Facilitator / Trainer
Leads workshops and training sessions on mental wellness, relationships, and sexuality education across schools and communities.
PC
Peer Counsellor
Peer Counsellor
Provides empathetic, confidential support and guidance to individuals seeking a safe space to heal and grow.
SM
Communications Lead
Social Media & Comms
Manages LSEI's digital presence, content creation, and community awareness campaigns across all platforms.
EC
Events Coordinator
Event Coordination
Plans and executes LSEI's conferences, summits, and community events from logistics to participant experience.
Programs & Academies
Our Programs
Events, summits, and academies designed to empower, educate, and transform
Events & Conferences
Signature Events
Annual Event
Mother & Daughter Summit
A special gathering creating safe space for mothers and daughters to connect, learn, and grow through honest conversation about life, relationships, and womanhood.
Professional Event
Counsellors Need Counsel
An initiative addressing the mental and emotional health needs of those in helping professions — counselors, therapists, social workers, and educators.
Annual Conference
Life Skills Conference
Our flagship annual conference bringing together experts, facilitators, and community members for powerful sessions on practical life and wellness skills.
Youth Seminar
My Decision My Future
A youth-focused seminar empowering young people to make informed, responsible decisions about their sexuality, relationships, and future.
Couples Event
Oneness Conference
A transformative conference for couples and soon-to-be married individuals, focusing on unity, communication, intimacy, and building a thriving partnership.
Training Academies
Our Academies
In-depth training available online and in person
Mental & Emotional Wellness Academy (MEWA)
Comprehensive training covering the full spectrum of mental wellness — from understanding the basics to building sustainable coping strategies for everyday life challenges.
A holistic academy addressing every dimension of healthy relationships — from building trust and communication to navigating intimacy, money, and healing from past wounds.
