About YETI Foundation
Empowering Youth. Transforming Futures. Changing the World.
Amb. Nkechi Uzoegwu
Founder & CEO
Founder's Story
Ambassador Chief Nkechi Uzoegwu is a compassionate advocate and Founder dedicated to protecting and empowering vulnerable communities. Deeply committed to youth development, social justice, and community transformation, she leads initiatives that create safer environments and sustainable opportunities for growth.
Driven by a passion for service, she continues to champion peacebuilding and empowerment programs locally and internationally, serving as a respected ambassador of peace and a voice for positive change.
The YETI Youth Empowerment Foundation was born from profound experiences growing up in Mushin, Lagos. I witnessed firsthand the challenges facing young people in underserved communities: brilliant minds with untapped potential, limited by lack of resources, mentorship, and opportunity.
Through broader engagement and exposure, it became clear these challenges weren't isolated to Lagos but were systemic issues affecting youth globally.
Driven by knowledge, passion, and commitment to social impact, I founded YETI Foundation to empower youth by equipping them with essential tools, resources, and support networks.
“Youth represent the future of society. Investing strategically in their development today shapes the trajectory of their lives and the world tomorrow.”
Board of Trustees
Dedicated leaders guiding our mission with expertise and commitment
Dr. Veronica Ufoegbune
Board Member
Dr. Veronica Ufoegbune is Chair of NAPAC California and a member of the NAPAC-USA Board of Directors. She serves as COO of NAPAC-CDI and is an Educational Consultant and Adjunct Professor of Practice at Mills@Northeastern University's College of Professional Studies in the San Francisco Bay Area, teaching doctoral and graduate students. She also serves as adjunct faculty at Chabot College, Hayward, CA.
A special appointee of Governor J. Brown on early learning policies, Dr. Ufoegbune is the CEO/Executive Director of multiple nonprofit and consulting organizations serving early-learning through 5th-grade students, particularly low-income, foster care, and homeless families.
Ganiyat Geraldine Ibrahim
Program Coordinator
Ganiyat Geraldine Ibrahim, a graduate of Bayero University, is an experienced Marketing Director and Communications professional with a strong background in strategic outreach, leadership, and community engagement. Her expertise strengthens YYEF's mission to empower youth, restore hope, and build safer communities locally and globally.
As Program Coordinator of YETI Youth Empowerment Foundation (YYEF), she leads youth development initiatives in skills training, mentorship, violence prevention, and community empowerment, ensuring measurable and impactful outcomes.
Alhaji Mojeed Ibrahim
Board Member
Alhaji Mojeed Ibrahim is an accomplished Islamic educator, school owner, and CEO of a respected business firm. He combines faith-based leadership with strategic business expertise, dedicating his career to teaching, mentoring, and guiding individuals toward moral excellence, knowledge, and community service.
As a business leader, he brings vision, integrity, and innovation to organizational management, building strong partnerships and driving sustainable growth grounded in ethical principles and community development.
Ijeoma Uzoegwu
Planning and Support Strategist
Ijeoma Uzoegwu serves as Planning and Support Strategist at YETI Youth Empowerment Foundation. She plays a vital role in planning, coordinating, and executing the foundation's programs and initiatives, ensuring smooth operations and effective delivery.
With strong organizational and administrative skills, she supports strategic implementation, logistics, and program management, contributing significantly to the foundation's impact and community outreach efforts.
YETI Youth Officials
Young leaders driving our mission forward
Abdulrauf Sanni
Ibrahim Abdullahi
Usman Ayinde
Muhammad Abdullahi
Our Vision
A global society where every young person, irrespective of their socioeconomic background, is afforded equitable opportunity to flourish and realize their inherent potential.
Our Mission
To actively empower youth, provide meaningful opportunities for advancement, and foster holistic growth within diverse communities through education, mentorship, and accessible resources.
Our Core Objectives
Four interconnected pillars driving our work
Youth Empowerment
Comprehensive leadership development, mentorship programs, and safe spaces for youth to discover their potential and build essential life skills.
Crime Reduction
Community-based initiatives addressing root causes of crime through positive engagement, diversion programs, and collaboration with stakeholders.
Poverty Alleviation
Skills training for employability, access to economic opportunities, and advocacy for policies promoting economic empowerment.
Community Development
Fostering strong communities through cultural events, volunteerism, civic engagement, and collaborative partnerships.
Legal Registration & Governance
YETI Foundation is a duly registered Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) operating with full transparency and accountability.