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Improving the lives of people through advocacy, counseling,innovative and participating trainings for sustainability with due dignity.
Self-reliant Women and young people empowered to achieve compelling dreams with good health and judicial justice that respect the rule of law.
Newsmile Alive Foundation (NAF) is a not-for-profit organization with the core mission to improve the lives of the vulnerable groups and youths through participating training and innovative programs for sustainability with due dignity as well as advocating for policies that addresses speedy judicial processes, prisons reforms and prisoners rehabilitation centers. The foundation is duly registered with corporate Affairs Commission in March, 2018. The foundation believes that participatory empowerment training programmes for women and young people within communities and prisons as the best antidote that brings out the best potentials and tools to maintain a consistent and meaningful growth in all areas as well as increase in economic changes for growth and development.
Training: Economic empowerment; Capacity building; Counseling, Health and Gender Equality; Prisons Reforms and Reintegration.
Grace Akpojiyovwi is a visionary leader and founding Board member,
secretary and the Executive Director of Newsmile Alive Foundation.
With a diverse academic background and professional training as a
certified trainer with IMAGINE Training Institute USA, she
empowers women and girls to discover their voice, vision, and
personal power.
Through innovative workshop programs, Grace has transformed the
lives of over 1,000 women and girls, enabling them to find their
voices, discover their power, and live their dreams. Her volunteer
work with various NGOs has focused on health, skills, and
gender-related issues, impacting communities and states.
A passionate advocate for prisons reform, reintegration, and
gender equality, Grace promotes women's inclusive governance and
encourages active political participation. She has observed
elections and participated in capacity-building programs,
empowering vulnerable women and marginalized communities.
With multiple academic qualifications and extensive experience.
Michelle Esezobor is a dedicated External Director for Newsmile Alive Foundation, bringing a unique blend of Caribbean and African perspectives to the organization. As a passionate social activist and disability ally, Michelle champions wellbeing and social justice beyond borders. With a multifaceted career, Michelle serves as a museum guide, sharing her knowledge and insights with diverse audiences. A gifted writer and poet, she harnesses the power of words to advocate for women's rights and marginalized communities, inspiring positive change through her creative expression. Through her work with Newsmile Alive Foundation, Michelle continues to empower women, girls, and youths, fostering a more inclusive and equitable world.
Professor Mrs. Mary-Theresa Akpoveta Niemogha is a distinguished Medical Microbiologist and Laboratory Scientist at the University of Lagos, College of Medicine. Her illustrious career spans roles at the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) and leadership positions in various Organizations, including Newsmile Alive Foundation, where she serves as a founding member and Chairman Board of Trustees. A passionate philanthropist with a strong educational health background, Professor Niemogha has dedicated her life to community service. Her humanitarian work has been recognized with awards, including the President of St. Vincent De Paul and Head of the Nigerian Red Cross Association.
Partners On Community Health Awareness program.
Certified Imagine Trainers
Gender based violence awareness with schools.
Deworming Of Children
Health Awareness
Volunteering Services
Celebration of love with women.
Water Sanitation Sensitization