FAME foundation was established to solicit, encourage and advance the social, emotional and economic wellbeing of women and girls as well as formulate programmes within the framework of national development plan with a view to enhancing the participation of women and advocate for gender parity in the society.
FAME foundation firmly believe that the entire nation, businesses, communities and groups can benefit from the implementation of programs and policies that adopt the notion of women empowerment.
We’re Teaming Up With French Embassy In Nigeria To Empower Youths Through Sports
FAME Foundation is proud to announce its new partnership with the French Embassy in Nigeria, ahead of the Olympic/Paralympics Games 2024, to inspire and teach valuable life skills to young people – particularly those that are consistently underserved, excluded, or economically disadvantaged.
An agreement was signed on July 1, 2023 serves as part of its commitment to creating more access and opportunity for the youth while there will be implementation of a wide range of projects aimed at empowering youths, athletes and promoting crucial social causes.
These projects include, National Break-dance Championship across 5 states in Nigeria, namely, Kano, Kaduna, Lagos, Rivers and FCT; Para Soccer competition, Para Weightlifting competition, Girl-Child Education and Menstrual Health Hygiene Workshop at designated IDP camps and schools, and capacity building seminar for Olympic and Paralympics coaches, ahead of the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics Tournaments that will take place in France.
Through this partnership, opportunities will be created that will contribute to youth well-being, creativity, and talent discovery while fostering diversity within the sports and underserved community. The Para soccer competition will provide professional para-athletes the platform to showcase their skills and inspire others to overcome challenges.
Since its inception, FAME Foundation has partnered with organizations that are purposefully using physical activities to positively impact communities around the world. With a shared belief that sport is so much more than a game, we are happy to collaborate with the French Embassy in its efforts to create opportunities for millions of young people to engage in sports and break down barriers for those who strive for more.
FAME Foundation remains steadfast in its mission to empower women and girls and also with these projects we aim to encourage athletes, promote social inclusion, and contribute to a brighter future for Nigeria.