Locally Rooted, Globally Aligned

Our Story & Commitment

Addressing the root causes of irregular migration through dignity, opportunity, and rehabilitation.

Our Vision

Communities where people live in safety and dignity, with sustainable livelihoods so migration is a choice, not a necessity.

Our Mission

To stabilize vulnerable households, restore rural livelihoods, and expand opportunities for women and youth in Nigeria.

Shadrack Ogbeide
The Heart Behind the Mission

A Message from Shadrack Ogbeide

The Shadrack Ogbeide Foundation was created out of a simple conviction: no one should have to risk their life on irregular migration routes because their community has failed them.

From our base in Nigeria, we work with local partners and global allies to make that conviction real. We see villages, towns, and peri-urban settlements across Nigeria where young people can access quality education and decent work; where women can lead and earn without fear.

"Our goal is to build communities strong enough that staying home is a viable, hopeful, and prosperous choice for every young Nigerian."
People & stewardship

Our team combines community roots with professional standards - safeguarding dignity, protecting resources, and staying accountable to the people we serve.

Our Board & Team

Behind every programme is a group of people committed to integrity, learning, and service.

Shadrack Ogbeide
Board leadership

Shadrack Ogbeide

Founder & Board Chair

  • Vision, strategy & mission alignment
  • Partnerships & community trust
  • Stewardship of purpose
Kelly Ogbeide
Governance

Nancy Esewi Ogbeide

Board Secretary / Compliance Officer

  • Board documentation & governance rhythm
  • Compliance, safeguarding standards & accountability
  • Policy coherence across programmes
Evans Iyamu
Finance oversight

Evans O. Iyamu, PhD

Board Treasurer / Finance Oversight Lead

  • Financial controls & transparent reporting
  • Budget stewardship & partner confidence
  • Risk-aware resource planning
Ayana Cameron
Programmes

Ayana Cameron

Programme & Partnerships Manager

  • Programme design & delivery quality
  • Partner coordination & field learning loops
  • Evidence-to-action improvements
Charles Oronsaye
Field delivery

Charles Oronsaye

Field Operations & Administration Officer

  • Community coordination & operational readiness
  • Logistics, documentation & safe implementation
  • Day-to-day support for teams & participants
Edosa H. Ogbeide
Digital support

Edosa H. Ogbeide

IT, Records & Digital Support Officer

  • Records management & information integrity
  • Digital support for programme coordination
  • Secure systems & continuity
How we work

Service with safeguards - and learning built in

We prioritise safeguarding, community feedback, and responsible financial stewardship. This keeps our programmes credible - and keeps the people we serve at the centre of every decision.

Safeguarding & PSEAH embedded in delivery
Data and stories to improve every cycle
Partnership-first, community-led implementation
Our Approach

Families do not experience challenges in isolation. Our model brings threads of income, education, and health together.

Integrated Solutions for Real Lives

1

Listen Deeply

We start by listening to communities, traditional leaders, and youth to map how poverty and service gaps drive migration pressure.

2

Co-create

Programmes are co-designed with local stakeholders to ensure activities reflect community priorities and are transparent.

3

Deliver Quality

Implementation follows strict standards for safeguarding and financial accountability, inspired by international best practices.

4

Learn & Adapt

We gather data and stories of change to adjust our programming, ensuring each cycle is stronger and more impactful.

Our Values

Principles That Shape Us

Dignity First

Every person we serve is a rights holder. We design support that protects dignity, privacy, and choice.

Local Leadership

We believe the most sustainable solutions are led by the people closest to the challenge.

Evidence-Based

We use data and lived experience to refine our programmes and advocate for systemic change.

Integrity

Committed to strong governance, clear financial reporting, and open communication with all partners.

Accountability

Governance & Trust

Board & Leadership

The foundation is governed by a Board of Trustees providing strategic oversight and ensuring responsible stewardship of resources. Our team brings decades of experience in humanitarian response and development.

Policies & Standards

  • Safeguarding & PSEAH
  • Child Protection Policy
  • Anti-Fraud & Whistleblowing
  • Data Protection & Privacy