On 19th September 2024, the Police Community Sensitization Meeting on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) took place at the Federal Medical Centre Seminar Room, Ebute Metta. This impactful event was organized by Assurance Centre with the support of the Innocent Chukwuemeka Chukwuma Empowerment Foundation and Project Alert, bringing together law…

TThe Innocent Chukwuemeka Chukwuma Empowerment Foundation (ICCEF) is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the 2024/2025 ICCEF Scholarship, aimed at supporting secondary school students in Southeast and South-South Nigeria. This scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment…

Position: Program Manager Location: Lagos Type of Appointment: Full-time About the Role The Program Manager (PM) is an exciting, significant, and highly technical role within the Foundation. Successful candidate will be the pioneer PM in a legacy Foundation that is just starting. He/she will lead the development, fundraising and implementation…

Introduction Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have long played a crucial role in supporting governments and communities by advocating for human rights and fostering accountability. CSOs come in various forms, such as associations, age groups, and networks, each performing unique roles within society. However, restrictive working environments can hinder the effectiveness…

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After 10 weeks of rigorous training, the first cohort of students at Oluaka Institute of Technology showcased their incredible progress during the highly anticipated Demo Day on July 26th. This event marked the culmination of their training, as 13 talented students were divided into 6 groups, each tasked with developing…

At ICCEF, we are dedicated to empowering young minds and providing them with the tools and opportunities they need to excel. Today, we are thrilled to celebrate one of our exceptional scholars, Effah Kingsley Emmanuel, a JSS3 student whose hard work and dedication have earned him remarkable recognition. Effah Kingsley…

Oluaka Institute of Technology, with support from ICCEF, continues to pave the way for Nigerian youths to dive into the world of technology and front-end web development. Situated in Owerri, Imo State, Oluaka Institute remains at the forefront of technological education. Our commitment to nurturing the next generation of tech…

We are thrilled to announce that the portal for the 6th Annual Award for Impact Investing is now open! This year marks the third edition of the ‘Innocent Chukwuma Award for Social Impact’ organized by Impact Investors Foundation, and the ‘Innocent Chukwuma Prize for Youth and Gender Empowerment in the…

We are proud to introduce the established Innocent Chukwuma Library, dedicated to honouring the legacy of the late Innocent Chukwuma. This library is a testament to his passion for knowledge and education, featuring a comprehensive collection of books that he loved, owned, wrote, published, or edited. Our library boasts an…

Breaking the Silence: Taking Steps Against Violence On May 2, we marched in unity with Assurance Centre and Federal Medical Centre, Ebutte-Metta, alongside our partners from Project Alert on Violence Against Women. Together, we embarked on a meaningful walk through the streets of Ebutte-Metta. Led by Assurance Centre, the third…

On Friday, April 12th, 2024, ICCEF and CLEEN Foundation proudly hosted the 2nd edition of the Innocent Chukwuemeka Chukwuma Annual Impact and Legacy Lecture series. The event which took place at Yar A’dua Centre Abuja was a resounding success as it attracted distinguished personalities, government officials, and thought leaders to…

Theme: Fostering an Inclusive Feminist Movement in Nigeria Feminism and feminist ideology have played pivotal roles in advocating for women’s rights, gender equality, and overall development globally. In Africa, feminists and feminist organizations have been instrumental in influencing public discourse and policy change. Notably, feminism in West Africa, like elsewhere,…

Exciting news! Oluaka Institute of Technology with support from ICCEF, is paving the way for youths in Nigeria to dive into the world of technology and frontend web development. Situated in Owerri, Imo state, Oluaka Institute is at the forefront of technological education. The institute is committed to nurturing the…

Step into the heart of a visionary's legacy as we reflect on the profound impact of Innocent Chukwuemeka Chukwuma during our recent virtual stakeholders' meeting. Held on March 6th, 2024, in memory of Innocent's posthumous 58th birthday, this gathering served as a beacon of inspiration, illuminating the path forward for…

Annually, the family of Innocent Chukwuma and ICCEF mark the memorial of Innocent who died on the 3rd of April 2021. This year 2023, ICCEF funded the Oluaka Institute of Technology in Obinze Imo State to carry out a tech hackathon as part of the activities to mark the 2nd…

Innocent Chukwuemeka Chukwuma Empowerment Foundation, (ICCEF) is fund Oluaka Institute of Technology (OIT) in Obinze Imo State to build the capacity of young people in frontend web development. The developers program organized by OIT was scheduled to have 2 cohort sessions of 12 weeks. The first cohort session commenced in…

Our Daughters Project: is a programme area in ICCEF coordinated by Innocent’s three daughters with a focus on girls and women in three professions which reflect their own chosen professions – law, media and technology. 16 Days of Activism: The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an international…

This project will track all projects in Innocent’s name. It will liaise with organizations hosting or intending to host projects and activities in his name. (Click here to see all legacy projects and awards)

This project is being driven by Innocent’s three children based on their appreciation of their father’s passion and interest especially as a feminist who believed in and practised gender equality and equity. Innocent’s daughters under this programme will support various activities that empower young girls and women in various sectors…