Joseph Adewole Youth Empowerment Foundation
Partnering with government, civil society and youth to shape a new generation.
A movement to revamp the value system of a generation.
Joseph Adewole Youth Empowerment Foundation — formerly Nehemiah Protégé Foundation — is a not-for-profit organization addressing the moral crisis among young people in Nigeria and the world.
Since 2018, we have conducted extensive primary research into the cultural trends shaping Gen Z. We believe that by redirecting the minds of young people, we can foster a generation that upholds integrity, empathy and ethical principles.
Empower young leaders to revamp our value system.
Equip young individuals to become agents of positive change.
Revitalize values. Foster moral excellence. Cultivate leadership.
Measurable change. Documented impact.
"Society changes, and what's good or bad changes as well. It is all relative to what's happening in the world."
Eighteen pathways to transformation.
Cultivating visionary leadership in young people.
Healing minds for honest, resilient living.
Discourse that sharpens character and conviction.
Connecting youth with intentional life guides.
Remodeling derailed lives toward dignity.
Equipping for industry, internships and impact.
Hands that lift. Lives that rise.
Every program, every fellowship, every outreach is a pair of hands lifting a young person closer to purpose. Join the movement.
From the field.
Honoring those who shape humanity.
"Each dignitary inducted into the JAYEF Hall of Fame is a personality who has contributed remarkably to society and to human development. We love and hold them in high esteem."
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From Nehemiah Protégé to JAYEF.
A fellowship of young change-makers, evolved into a national youth empowerment movement — carrying forward the same conviction that values rebuild generations.
