About us

Who We Are

The Development of Entrepreneurship and Poverty Alleviation (DEPA) Initiative

A youth-led, impact-driven nonprofit organization based in Nigeria, committed to equipping African youth, women, and men with the tools they need to create wealth, build sustainable livelihoods, and transform their communities.

We exist to close the gap between potential and opportunity — connecting underserved individuals to entrepreneurship development, financial literacy, skills training, and collaborative platforms that drive real, lasting impact.

Our Mission

To empower African youth, women, and men through entrepreneurship development, capacity building, financial literacy, opportunity linkage, and collaborative partnerships — driving sustainable wealth creation and poverty alleviation.

Our Vision

To lead the development of entrepreneurship, wealth creation, and inclusive collaboration across Africa — building economically resilient communities over the next decade.

Our Core Values

Empowerment- We believe in unlocking the potential in people.
Inclusiveness – We serve without bias, bridging urban-rural and gender gaps.
Innovation – We use creative approaches to solve real-world problems.
Collaboration – We build strong partnerships at the local and global levels.
Integrity – We lead with trust, transparency, and purpose.

What We Do

DEPA Initiative delivers programs and support in key impact areas:

Entrepreneurship Training & Funding

Practical business education for aspiring and existing entrepreneurs, through our Entrepreneurship Funding Drive programme.

Financial Literacy & Cooperative Development

Promoting savings, smart spending, and investment through our Stress-Free Money Initiative

Health & Productivity

Promoting health awareness through our Health to Wealth program.

Skills Development

Digital, technical, and vocational training under our Tech to Wealth and Jack & Master Programme.

Peacebuilding & Dialogue

Fostering unity through intercultural community dialogue circles.

Our Leadership

Behind the DEPA Initiative is a passionate team of changemakers, strategists, and grassroots builders who believe that empowered people are the greatest force for change.

We lead with vision, integrity, and a deep commitment to community transformation — ensuring that every initiative we run is relevant, inclusive, and impactful.