From 6 passionate volunteers
to a national movement impacting5.2 million lives
How It All Began
December 12, 2002 marked the beginning of an extraordinary journey.
Six young volunteers working at Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria recognized a painful reality: too many Nigerian children were falling through the cracks. Rape, child abuse, STIs, HIV/AIDS, and substance abuse were devastating young lives, yet adequate responses were scarce.
The Founding Six:
- Nike Ahmed
- Dotun Fadakini
- Michael Adeyeye
- Eyitayo Fabunmi
- Adetoun Ogundare
- Jumoke Ogundare
With unwavering support from the late Kemi Falaye, who provided crucial financial backing, they made a decision: stop talking about problems and start solving them.
What began as weekend community outreach programs evolved into Kids & Teens Resource Centre—now one of Nigeria’s leading child and youth empowerment organizations.
Founded
First school built
100,000 lives impacted
1 million milestone
19 schools completed
5.2 million lives, 2,507 communities
Our Vision, Mission & Values
K&TRC’s impact knows no boundaries. We go where we’re needed most.
Internal Vision (for staff/volunteers): A leading organization that is dependable and trusted for the development of children and youths in Nigeria and beyond.
External Vision (for beneficiaries): A secured future where young people are empowered and equipped to participate and contribute to the sustainable development of their communities.
Internal Mission: To enhance the quality of life of children and youths through interventions in the areas of rights, health care, entrepreneurship, education, agriculture, environmental conservation, and information and communication technologies for their self-reliance.
External Mission: To create an enabling environment where young people are equipped with the appropriate knowledge and skills for self-actualization.
Our Core Values:
- Professionalism – Excellence in all we do
- Commitment – Unwavering dedication to our mission
- Love & Mutual Respect – Dignity for all we serve
- Collaboration – Stronger together than apart
- Integrity – Transparency and honesty always
- Downward Accountability – Answerable to communities we serve
- Service to Humanity – Children and communities first
A Personal Note from Our Executive Director
It is with great honor that I lead Kids & Teens Resource Centre’s mission to secure futures where young people are empowered to transform their communities.
Over the years, our work across Nigeria—from North to South—has been characterized by resilience. We’ve achieved tremendous success in eliminating child labour, TB/HIV prevention, Gender-Based Violence prevention, education access, and household economic strengthening.
Through safe spaces for adolescents, we’ve created environments where young people learn, grow, and access support for informed life decisions. These have become hubs of mentorship, psychosocial support, and leadership development.
Our community health initiatives strengthen access to essential services for vulnerable populations, promoting preventive healthcare and improving quality of life.
As we look ahead, we envision stronger, more resilient communities across Nigeria and sub-Saharan Africa where every child reaches their full potential. Together with our communities, partners, and supporters, we’re building a future where young people are leaders of transformation.
Together, we can secure the future. Be Part of the Next 24 Years >> Donate – Volunteer – Partner With Us
— Folashade Bamigboye
Executive Director
Our Impact in Numbers
Our approach is holistic, community-led, and evidence-based. We don’t just treat symptoms—we transform systems.
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