Empowering the next generation of leaders in Oyo town.

“It didn't just introduce me to a goal; it showed me a problem worth dedicating my career to.”

My journey into healthcare advocacy began when RISE visited my secondary school and introduced us to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). SDG 3, Good Health and Well-Being, stood out to me and showed me that healthcare access was something we could build, not just wish for.

“Learning how science and innovation can improve health outcomes changed the way I saw my own path.”

One of the experiences I will always be grateful for is RISE's visit to my secondary school in 2019. It was my first introduction to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) particularly resonated with me. Learning how science and innovation can improve health outcomes changed the way I saw my own path and inspired me to pursue Biochemistry with a newfound sense of purpose.

“I hope to continue giving back to students and communities just as they once invested in me.”

My passion for community impact did not start today. It began when RISE visited my secondary school and taught us about leadership, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and what it takes to create a positive change in our communities.

“RISE helped build my confidence and shaped my approach to leadership.”

One of my clearest memories is being introduced to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for the very first time. We were given printed copies of the SDGs, making the goals feel tangible and relevant to us as young students. I was inspired by the idea that young people have a role to play in creating positive change in their communities. I also remember the excitement when one participant was recognized for reciting all the SDGs from memory.

“It was the boost I didn't know I needed.”

I attended the Boot Camp in my first year of senior secondary school, inexperienced and unsure how to navigate life with my big dreams. Though it was years ago, I still remember how seen, supported, and at peace I felt. It was the boost I didn't know I needed.