Bridging the Gender Gap, Empowering Her Future

At NurturHer STEM Development Initiative, we are on a mission to empower and inspire every girl across Nigeria—whether privileged or underprivileged—by unlocking opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

Empowering Nigeria’s Next Generation of STEM Leaders

NurtureHer STEM Development Initiative is dedicated to creating a future where girls and women are equally represented and excel in STEM fields, leading to innovation and progress across all sectors.
We are focused on discovering and nurturing young girls with a passion for STEM through targeted educational programs, mentorship, and support from industry partners, helping them achieve their full potential and contribute to closing the gender gap in STEM professions.

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Our Mission & Impact

Empowering Through Education:

NurtureHer STEM Development Initiative is committed to hand holding girls throughout their academic and professional journeys. From providing scholarships and mentorship in secondary schools to guiding transitions into tertiary education and industrial training, we ensure that every girl has the support needed to excel.

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Creating Opportunities for Every Girl

We break down systemic barriers by sponsoring scholarships, exam fees, and providing extracurricular support to ensure access to quality education.

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Building Lifelong Pathways

Our programs build lifelong pathways by offering hands-on STEM workshops, trainings, long-term mentorship, and networking events that empower girls with essential skills and professional connections.

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Our Objectives

Charting a New Course in STEM

Our initiatives spotlight robust local STEM career opportunities and develop targeted programs to overcome systemic challenges and under-representation. By fostering leadership, creativity, and entrepreneurial skills, we empower future female innovators. Strategic partnerships with schools, government bodies, and industry leaders further amplify our impact, expanding opportunities and ensuring sustainable success for Nigeria’s next generation of STEM leaders.

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Identify and Recruit Talented Girls

To find and engage girls with a keen interest and potential in STEM subjects at various educational stages.

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Provide Comprehensive Training

To offer tailored educational programs and hands-on training across primary, secondary, tertiary, and professional levels.

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Offer Mentorship and Support

To connect girls with mentors and industry professionals who can guide and inspire them throughout their educational and career journeys.

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Promote STEM Careers

To raise awareness about STEM careers and opportunities, and encourage more girls to pursue these fields.

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Bridge the Gender Gap:

To actively work towards reducing the gender disparity in STEM professions by empowering and supporting female talent.

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Strategic Partnerships

Collaborating with schools, government bodies, and industry leaders to expand our reach and impact.

Featured Articles

We write about the girl child in stem and how we can support them.

Our Recent Events

Our events bring together students, mentors, industry experts, and community leaders to create vibrant learning environments, foster innovation, and build lifelong connections. We invite you to explore our highlights and join us as we celebrate success, share knowledge, and inspire the future of Nigeria’s next generation of STEM leaders. Discover, participate, and empower through events.

Interactive STEM workshops
Networking with professionals
Inspiring mentorship sessions
Community and family engagement events

Meet Our Team

Get the know the amazing people behind NurtureHer Development Initiative

Sandra Ekpe Agho
Abiodun Olatunde
Mosun Arowolo