The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Open Minds-Young Voices (OM-YV)

Open Minds-Young Voices

Africa’s Finest Youth Network

We lead

As young leaders we set the pace and are involved in various organizational leadership roles.

We interrogate

We ask questions and challenge the statu-quo.

We adapt

We are dynamic and are ready to embrace change.

Open Minds-Young Voices debate series

Social Media Report

Girls Hangout

Teamwork

The Pillars of the Open Minds-Young Voices Youth Network (OM-YV)

Connection

A platform that links its members to Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Nigeria and to the wider development community.

Resources

A pool of resources, both material, technical and physical for its members and general public.

Opportunities

Provide opportunities to develop professionally, increase skills and knowledge, and give back to the community.

Partnership

A platform where mutually beneficial and value-adding partnerships are formed between members to advance both individual and collective causes.

ABOUT US

The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Open Minds-Young Voices (OM-YV) is a group of socially conscious and active youth that have been educated on the values of social democracy and development, in order to use their future leadership roles to advocate for a more peaceful and just Nigeria.

VISION

A renowned network of young ambassadors, who are vibrant, knowledgeable and imbued with strong ethics and moral values and will contribute to the long term growth and development of Nigeria and the realization of her potential.

MISSION

To apply the knowledge gained from the FES OM-YV training programme to work and advocate for social justice, good governance and a more peaceful Nigeria.

Young People Shaping The Future

HOW WE WORK

Initiatives

We champion programmes and initiatives that are inclusive and result in better governance and a more developed Nigeria.

Projects

We organize, support, inspire and coordinate members to take positive action where necessary.

Collaboration

We partner with like-minded organizations to carry out activities that are in line with our thematic areas.

Our Programmes

At Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Open Minds-Young Voices (OM-YV) our programmes are designed to empower young people through knowledge, action, and leadership. We focus on creating inclusive, impactful initiatives that promote civic engagement, social justice, and sustainable development.

OM-YV POLICY DIALOGUE

Young people coming together to analyze policies and programmes of the government.

OMYV DEBATE SERIES

A series of debates involving schools and organizations on different topics

OM-YV INTEGENERATIONAL DIALOGUE

A dialogue series between Nigeria's young population and government bodies.

GET IN TOUCH WITH US TODAY

We are always available to hear from you