Net Impact Lagos, Nigeria
About us
WHO WE ARE
Net Impact Lagos, Nigeria (LN) "where good works" is an Online professional chapter of Net Impact ["Central"] a non-profit public benefit corporation based in California USA. We are a Community of Networking Professionals committed to solving the world’s toughest social and environmental problems through sustainable programs and platforms directed towards creating an atmosphere for good human relationship and community development.
Programs
What We Represents
Our chapter represents a coalition of professionals, educators, and social innovators dedicated to driving sustainable change in Africa through education, global partnerships, and youth empowerment.
Our mission is to activate leadership that drives social and economic progress by empowering young Nigerians to become solution-oriented citizens who create positive impact in their communities and the world.
Our Focus Areas
Youth employability and early career development.
Educational advancement and global exposure.
Civic responsibility and ethical leadership.
Sustainable solutions addressing unemployment, migration, and social reform.
The Challenge and Our Intervention
The Youth Crisis in Nigeria
Every year, millions of young Nigerians complete their West African Examinations Council (WAEC) exams without a clear career pathway or structured mentorship. This gap between secondary education and higher education or employment has created a vacuum that exposes many young people to negative influences, including involvement in cybercrimes, social vices, and illegal migration.
The Need for Early Global Career Pathways
While the world faces a growing shortage of skilled workers—especially in Europe—Nigeria’s youthful population remains underutilized. Bridging this gap through structured expatriate career pathways will not only empower Nigerian youths but also strengthen international cooperation for sustainable labor and knowledge exchange.
The Program:
YOUNG EXPATRIATE CAREER PATHWAY (YECP)
Program Overview
The Young Expatriate Career Pathway (YECP) is a strategic initiative by Net Impact Lagos designed to guide and prepare young Nigerian school leavers (aged 16–22) for legitimate, rewarding, and globally recognized career pathways abroad through structured vocational training and language learning programs.
YECP connects qualified Nigerian youths to international apprenticeship and vocational training opportunities, particularly in countries with aging populations and labor shortages—such as Germany, Austria, Canada, Denmark, Netherlands, and Finland.
Key Program Components:
1. Online Mentorship and Learning Hub: Participants are onboarded into a secure digital platform where they receive mentorship, guidance, and access to learning resources.
2. Language and Cultural Training: Preparation for required language certifications (German A1–B1, French DELF, or others) through structured online learning.
3. Career Pathway Mapping: Matching each participant with the right vocational skill based on aptitude, interest, and international demand (e.g., healthcare, engineering, hospitality, construction, IT, agriculture).
4. International Application Support: Guidance on documentation, visa processing, and placement with approved companies or institutions abroad.
5. Parental Orientation and Support System: Transparent communication with parents or guardians to ensure trust, consent, and clarity at every stage of the process.
Program Benefits & Global Impact
Benefits to Participants (Applicants):
Access to globally recognized vocational training in developed countries.
Stipends between £900–£1500 monthly during the 2–3-year training period.
Guaranteed accommodation and welfare during training.
Opportunity for full employment after certification and integration into the host country’s workforce.
Access to lifelong mentorship, career growth, and professional networks.
Benefits to Parents & Guardians:
Assurance of their child’s participation in a legitimate, guided, and transparent international program.
Relief from financial and emotional pressure associated with joblessness or misdirection after secondary school.
Opportunity to see their children grow into responsible, self-reliant, and globally employable individuals.
Benefits to Host Countries:
Access to a steady pipeline of motivated, pre-screened, language-trained young workers.
Contribution to resolving labor shortages and maintaining economic productivity.
Strengthened cross-cultural exchange and diversity in the workplace.
Benefits to Nigeria (Country of Origin):
Reduction in youth unemployment and cybercrime activities.
Increased foreign remittances, contributing to national GDP growth.
Enhanced national image through positive international representation.
Creation of a globally skilled diaspora network for long-term development collaborations.
Partnership and Collaboration Framework
Why Partner with NetImpact Lagos
Net Impact Lagos offers a trusted and well-structured platform for collaboration between governments, embassies, vocational institutions, corporations, and donor agencies. Our experience in youth development, digital learning, and international relations positions us as a reliable conduit between Nigerian talents and global opportunities.
Partnership Opportunities:
1. Embassies & Cultural Missions: Support visa facilitation, exchange policies, and cultural integration programs.
2. Training Institutions: Offer technical and vocational placements.
3. Corporate Partners: Provide paid traineeships, accommodation, and mentorship.
4. Government & CSR Agencies: Fund underprivileged participants and promote inclusivity.
5. Educational Partners: Offer language training and skill certification pathways.
Projected 5-Year Impact (2025–2030):
50,000+ Nigerian youths transitioned into global vocational programs.
60% reduction in cybercrime involvement among school leavers.
Over ₦50 billion in annual remittances from skilled expatriate professionals.
Establishment of international cooperation models for youth empowerment.
Sustainability, Branding & Next Steps
Sustainability Model:
NetI mpact Lagos will operate YECP under a hybrid funding structure that combines affordable participant service fees, donor sponsorships, and institutional partnerships. The model ensures accessibility for both middle- and low-income families while maintaining transparency and accountability.
Awareness & Outreach:
Through social media campaigns, school outreach programs, webinars, and partnerships with state education boards, YECP will reach its target audience efficiently. Parents will be engaged through orientations and community town halls.
“Building Global Futures, One Young Expatriate at a Time.”