The Louding Voice Education and Empowerment Foundation

Our foundation stands as a testament to the belief that education can be the beacon of change for girls trapped in the shadows of domestic labor and gender-based violence in Nigeria.

Education Access

Nigeria has made progress in improving access to education, but challenges persist. In 2018, it was reported that about 10.5 million children were out of school in Nigeria. The barriers to education include factors such as poverty, gender discrimination, and the impact of conflicts in certain regions.

Child Labor

The International Labour Organization (ILO) estimates that a significant number of children in Nigeria are engaged in child labor. In 2020, it was reported that approximately 43% of children aged 5-14 were involved in child labor. Child labor is prevalent in sectors such as agriculture, domestic work, and informal urban economies.

Gender-Based Violence

Gender-based violence is a pervasive issue in Nigeria. According to a UN Women report, about 30% of women aged 15-49 have experienced physical violence, and 10% have experienced sexual violence. Factors contributing to gender-based violence include cultural norms, economic inequality, and insufficient legal frameworks.

About us

In the heart of The Louding Voice Empowerment Foundation

lies a profound narrative inspired by the pages of “The Girl with the Louding Voice.” Our foundation stands as a testament to the belief that education and empowerment can be the beacon of change for girls trapped in the shadows of domestic labor and gender-based violence in Nigeria.

Mission

Our Mission Empowering Lives, Igniting Futures

How We Achieve Our Mission

Join us in rewriting the stories of Amina and countless others. Together, we can break the cycle and pave the way for a future where every girl’s potential is unleashed.

Our trustees

Professor Teju Somorin

Professor Teju Somorin, a luminary in Nigerian tax system with a 46-year career, left an enduring legacy at the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) where she served from 1976 until 2010. As FIRS Board Secretary for 15 years, she played a pivotal role in tax reforms and was instrumental in advocating for the introduction of VAT in Nigeria.

Adeyemi Ladejobi

Adeyemi Ladejobi, a seasoned Senior Business Analyst with over two decades of experience, boasts a remarkable track record in successfully steering projects, programs, and portfolios across diverse sectors. With a career spanning both Nigeria and the United Kingdom, he brings a unique perspective and enriched expertise to the table.

Abi Dare

Abi Daré is the author of The Girl with the Louding Voice, which was a New York Times bestseller, a #ReadWithJenna Today Show book club pick, a BBC Radio 4 Bookclub Pick,and an Indie Next Pick. Translated into 20 languages( till date) and studied on curriculums across the world, the Girl With The Louding Voice tells the story of Adunni, a 14 year old girl who is desperate for an education.