About SAFYI
We are team SAFYI, a non-for-profit organization (and non-governmental organization) whose goal is to create a culture of innovation and real-life problem solving among youngsters in Nigeria and the world at large. SAFYI is an acronym for Science Advocacy for Youngsters Initiative.
We (non-discriminately) advocate for an increase in awareness about fundamental issues in the field of science through…
- supplementing practical-based science education
- enhance science teaching and learning skills
- inspire science careers through exposure to scientific research and career opportunities in the areas of basic-sciences, allied health sciences and medicine.
SAFYI Thematic Areas
We focus on the following Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and global goals of interest
Quality
Education
At SAFYI, we understand the critical role that education plays in promoting inclusive and equitable societies and building a sustainable future for all. However, many individuals here in Nigeria still face barriers to accessing quality education, limiting their opportunities, and perpetuating cycles of poverty and exclusion.
We’d like to ensure people, regardless of their background or circumstances, have access to inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities. We are making concerted efforts to supplement science education in schools in Nigeria and ensure the supply of qualified teachers. We are committed to eliminate gender disparities in education and ensure equal access to all levels of education and vocational training for the vulnerable, including persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and children in vulnerable situations.
Clean Water And Sanitation
At SAFYI we strongly believe that access to clean water and sanitation is a fundamental human right and a key driver of social and economic development. However, many people around the world (and in Nigeria especially) still lack access to safe and affordable drinking water, adequate sanitation, and proper hygiene facilities, leading to a range of health, environmental, and economic challenges.
Our purpose is to ensure and promote availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all, with a focus on achieving universal and equitable access to safe and affordable drinking water. We understand there is an urgent need to end open defecation, provide access to sanitation and hygiene, and pay special attention to the needs of women and girls and those in vulnerable situations.
Reduced Inequalities
At SAFYI, we recognize that education is a fundamental human right and an essential tool for achieving social, economic, and political inclusion. However, many individuals here still face discrimination and unequal access to education, limiting their opportunities and perpetuating cycles of poverty and exclusion.
We endeavor to ensure that every individual has the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their background or circumstances. We are committed to ending discrimination, promoting inclusive policies and practices, and investing in the educational development of all communities, particularly those most in need.