Programmes and activities shaped by the communities we serve

Partnerships & Events

Nigeria Convening Conference 2.0: Childhood, Not Servitude

Lagos, Nigeria · 16–17 September 2026

Chetachi Afro Foundation participated in the Nigeria Convening Conference 2.0, bringing together stakeholders to strengthen conversations and collaboration around child protection and the prevention of child exploitation.

Chetachi Afro Foundation participated in the Nigeria Convening Conference 2.0, bringing together stakeholders to strengthen conversations and collaboration around child protection and the prevention of child exploitation.

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Chetachi Mental Health & Wellbeing Retreat

Badagry, Lagos · April 2026

Young people need more than opportunities to succeed. They also need supportive spaces where they can slow down, express themselves, build meaningful connections and prioritise their mental wellbeing.

Chetachi Afro Foundation organised a mental health and wellbeing retreat designed to give young people an opportunity to step away from everyday pressures, reconnect with themselves and strengthen their connections with others.

“Wellbeing starts with having a space where you feel seen, heard and supported.”

At Chetachi, we believe that mental health is an essential part of youth development and community wellbeing. Our retreats create opportunities for people to step away from everyday pressures, build meaningful connections and discover healthier ways to navigate life.

Child Protection & Youth Engagement

NYSC Child Protection Sensitization

Lagos, Nigeria · 25 April 2026

Engaging young people to become advocates for safer communities and stronger child protection.

Hundreds of NYSC corps members engaged in conversations on child protection, abuse, neglect and the role young people can play in creating safer spaces for children.

“Protecting children is a shared responsibility.”

The session created space for honest discussions around child abuse, neglect, silence and the responsibility we all share. Participants explored how young people can recognise risks, speak up and contribute to safer environments for children in their communities.

Child Protection & Anti-Trafficking

Protecting Children Through Awareness

Lagos, Nigeria · June 2025

Empowering children with knowledge about their rights, child trafficking, child labour and the importance of speaking up against exploitation.

Children and young people in Lagos took part in age-appropriate, interactive sessions on their rights, personal safety and the dangers of trafficking and child labour — reinforcing that no child should ever be treated as a commodity.

“A child's hands should hold books, not tools.”

Awareness is an important part of prevention. When children, families and communities understand the risks and know how to speak up, we can take meaningful steps towards safer environments where every child can learn, grow and thrive.

Child Protection, Migration & Human Rights

Protecting Children, Preventing Human Trafficking

Nigeria Immigration Service, Seme Border Command · 30 July 2025

Bringing together government and civil society partners to strengthen awareness, prevention and protection against human trafficking, with a focus on vulnerable children and migrants.

Chetachi joined the Nigeria Immigration Service and partner organisations — Devatop, Caprights-VP, MAEJT Nigeria, Emajo Africa Arts Initiative, Timidi Ayamba Empowerment Foundation and Kanem Care and Support — to commemorate the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons at the Seme Border Command.

“Human trafficking thrives where vulnerability, misinformation and silence create opportunities for exploitation.”

The engagement strengthened collaboration between public institutions and civil society to promote awareness, child protection and safer migration pathways, working towards communities free from trafficking and exploitation.

Women's Empowerment & Mental Health

Women, Wellbeing & Creative Healing

Rafiu Jafojo Park, Shasha, Lagos · 8 May 2026

Creating a supportive space where women can connect, express themselves, and prioritise their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Women came together for a day centred on mental wellbeing, connection, creativity and self-expression — through conversations, art therapy, reflection and shared experiences.

“Empowerment is also about having the space to take care of yourself.”

Women carry many responsibilities across their families, communities and workplaces. Creating spaces to pause, connect and nurture wellbeing — with support, community and room simply to be present — is an essential part of empowerment.

Child Empowerment & Community Development

Empowering Children, Strengthening Futures

Lagos, Nigeria · June 2026

Creating opportunities for children to feel supported, valued and empowered to imagine a brighter future.

A community-focused empowerment initiative bringing children and families together in Lagos around connection, encouragement and support, sharing useful resources and reminding children that their voices, dreams and potential matter.

“Every child deserves more than the chance to grow — they deserve to thrive.”

Child empowerment means creating environments where children feel seen, supported and encouraged to believe in themselves. When we invest in children today, we help build stronger, more confident and more resilient communities for tomorrow.

Arts, Creativity & Wellbeing

Arts & Creative Programmes

Lagos, Nigeria · April 2026

Creating space to express, connect and heal through creativity.

Chetachi Afro Foundation uses art and creative expression as a tool for wellbeing, empowerment and connection, creating safe spaces where young people and women can explore their emotions, express themselves and discover new ways of engaging with their mental and emotional wellbeing. In April 2026, our arts and creative activities formed part of our wider wellbeing work, incorporating art therapy, creative expression, reflection, movement and meaningful connection. These activities are not simply about creating art — they are about creating a space where participants can slow down, explore their thoughts and feelings, build confidence and connect with others in a supportive environment. Through creativity, we encourage participants to discover their own voices, celebrate their individuality and recognise that wellbeing can take many forms.

“Creativity can open conversations, strengthen connections and provide a powerful pathway to wellbeing.”

Our approach brings together art therapy and creative expression, mental health and emotional wellbeing, connection and community, confidence and self-expression, and mindfulness and reflection.

Community Health & Wellbeing

Health, Hygiene & Wellbeing Community Outreach

Isashi-Ojo, Lagos, Nigeria · 6 April 2026

A community outreach focused on health awareness, hygiene sensitisation, mental wellbeing and practical health education.

As part of our World Health Day activities, Chetachi Afro Foundation engaged members of the Isashi-Ojo community in Lagos through a day of health and wellbeing activities. The outreach brought together community members for conversations around healthy living, personal hygiene and mental health, alongside free blood pressure checks and practical health education. The session created an opportunity for participants to ask questions, share experiences and learn more about simple steps they can take to support their physical and mental wellbeing. Through activities like these, we aim to make health information more accessible while creating spaces where communities can connect, learn and support one another.

“Health information should be accessible to every community.”

By bringing conversations about healthy living, personal hygiene and mental health directly into communities, we create spaces where people can ask questions, share experiences and support one another.