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Medical outreach serving residents in Ukwa, Abia State

Free Medical Outreach Serves Ukwa Communities

Volunteer clinicians provided free health screenings, medications, and education to grassroots communities in Ukwa East and West.

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Widows receiving welfare support and training in Ukwa, Abia State

Widow Welfare Drive Reaches Families in Ukwa

Women and widows received welfare assistance, skills training, and modest startup support through our empowerment program in Ukwa.

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Vocational training session for youths in Aba, Abia State

Vocational Training Expands in Aba, Abia State

Hands-on vocational workshops in Aba and Ukwa cover tailoring, carpentry, welding, and electrical basics for young people.

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Community water and development project in Ukwa, Abia State

Community Welfare Project Supports Ukwa Villages

With village leaders, we addressed urgent local needs—including clean water access and hygiene education in selected Ukwa communities.

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Young founders at an entrepreneurship mentorship session

Entrepreneurship Mentoring Connects Ukwa Founders to TEF Network

Young founders in Abia State refined business plans and connected with mentors through the Tony Elumelu Foundation ecosystem.

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Children receiving scholarships and school supplies

School Supplies Reach Marginalized Children in Ukwa

Books, uniforms, and learning materials went to marginalized children across Ukwa East and West with support from community partners.

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On the calendar

Upcoming Events

25 JUN

Youth Digital Skills Cohort – Ukwa

📍 Ukwa, Abia State

Hands-on digital and vocational training with Progressive Abia Youths.

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10 JUL

Free Medical Outreach – Ukwa

📍 Ukwa East & West, Abia

Free health screenings, consultations, and medications for all.

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22 AUG

Women Entrepreneurship Workshop

📍 Ukwa & Aba, Abia State

Skills training and micro-grant distribution for women entrepreneurs.

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