Core Objectives

At Odav’s Empowerment for Progress Foundation (OEPF), our work is driven by a set of core objectives that guide our programs and partnerships. These objectives reflect our commitment to addressing critical challenges faced by vulnerable populations—particularly women, youth, and children—while fostering inclusive, sustainable, and innovative solutions for Nigeria and Africa. Each objective is a pillar of our mission to empower communities and drive lasting progress.

1. Facilitate Access to Education, Nutrition, Energy, and Technology

We believe that access to essential resources is the foundation of empowerment. OEPF works to remove barriers and create opportunities for communities to thrive by ensuring:

  • Education: Providing quality learning opportunities through programs like Meals to Learn, which integrates school feeding with academic support to boost attendance and performance.

  • Nutrition: Addressing hunger and malnutrition by connecting local farmers with schools and communities, ensuring children and families have access to healthy, sustainable food sources.

  • Energy: Promoting clean and renewable energy solutions, such as solar-powered systems, to support schools, tech hubs, and rural communities.

  • Technology: Bridging the digital divide through initiatives like Tech4Growth, which equips youth and women with skills in AI, IoT, and cloud computing.

Why It Matters: Access to these resources empowers individuals to break the cycle of poverty, improve their quality of life, and contribute to national development. By prioritizing education, nutrition, energy, and technology, we lay the groundwork for resilient and self-sufficient communities.

2. Build Capacity for Entrepreneurship, Employability, and Innovation

Empowering individuals to shape their own futures is at the heart of OEPF’s work. We focus on building skills, fostering creativity, and creating pathways to economic independence through:

  • Entrepreneurship: Supporting youth and women to launch businesses, particularly in agriculture, technology, and green economies, through programs like Ready4Life and Smart Women, Strong Communities.

  • Employability: Equipping young people with soft skills, digital literacy, and industry-relevant certifications to thrive in the modern workforce.

  • Innovation: Encouraging creative problem-solving and technological advancements by establishing tech hubs, incubators, and innovation labs that nurture new ideas.

Why It Matters: By fostering entrepreneurship and employability, we enable individuals to become economic drivers in their communities. Our focus on innovation ensures that solutions are forward-thinking, adaptable, and aligned with the demands of a rapidly changing world.

3. Strengthen Governance Through Research, Policy, and Advisory Services

Good governance is critical to sustainable development. OEPF strengthens institutions and systems by providing evidence-based tools and expertise to policymakers and stakeholders, including:

  • Research: Conducting in-depth studies on education, health, agriculture, and environmental challenges to inform effective strategies.

  • Policy Development: Designing data-driven policies that address youth employment, gender equity, and sustainable development.

  • Advisory Services: Offering capacity diagnostics and consulting to Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), as well as academic institutions, to enhance planning and implementation.

Why It Matters: Strong governance creates an enabling environment for progress. Our research and advisory services ensure that policies are inclusive, impactful, and aligned with national priorities like the Renewed Hope Agenda, as well as global frameworks like the UN SDGs.

4. Support Sustainable Technologies and Inclusive Ecosystems for Resilience

Sustainability and resilience are central to OEPF’s vision of a prosperous future. We champion technologies and systems that protect the environment and empower communities to adapt to challenges like climate change, including:

  • Sustainable Technologies: Promoting smart agro-tech, waste-to-energy solutions, and clean water innovations through our Sustain & Grow initiative.

  • Inclusive Ecosystems: Building networks of stakeholders—farmers, women’s cooperatives, youth innovators, and local governments—to create interdependent, resilient communities.

  • Climate Adaptation: Advocating for green infrastructure and renewable energy to mitigate environmental challenges and support long-term sustainability.

Why It Matters: By embedding sustainability into our programs, we ensure that communities can withstand economic, environmental, and social shocks. Our inclusive ecosystems foster collaboration and shared prosperity, creating a blueprint for lasting impact.

Our Commitment

These core objectives are interconnected, forming a holistic framework for empowerment and progress. Whether we’re feeding children, training youth, advising governments, or promoting green technologies, our work is unified by a dedication to inclusivity, innovation, and sustainability. We measure our success not just by immediate outcomes but by the lasting change we create in communities across Nigeria and Africa.

Call to Action: Discover how our objectives come to life through our flagship programs, or join us as a partner, funder, or advocate to support transformative change. Connect with us today to learn more or contribute to our mission.