Initiatives for Social Inclusion and Grassroots Literacy (ISGIL)

Thank you for your interest in Initiatives for Social Inclusion and Grassroots Literacy (ISGIL).

ISGIL was founded with a deep passion to confront and change the silent but widespread problem of marginalization in our society. Growing up and working closely with underserved communities in Nigeria, I became deeply aware of how many people — simply because of their background, location, disability, gender, or access to education — are excluded from opportunities, visibility, and dignity.

While Nigeria, and indeed Africa, is blessed with creativity, resilience, and immense human potential, marginalization continues to widen gaps — in literacy, access to services, civic participation, and economic inclusion. We believe this must change.

At ISGIL, we recognize that exclusion wears many faces — and therefore demands multi-faceted solutions. Our work focuses on empowering voices at the grassroots, increasing access to education and skills, and promoting civic inclusion for youth, women, and disadvantaged groups. Through community-based programs, advocacy, and creative engagement, we work to bridge the divides and build a more just and inclusive society.

Since our founding, we’ve led and supported initiatives across rural and urban communities — from literacy drives and volunteer programs to digital storytelling, advocacy campaigns, and youth mentorship. Each of our interventions is guided by a core belief: that every person deserves the right to be seen, heard, and supported.

Our work is driven by the values of empathy, equity, and excellence — and powered by passionate volunteers, partners, and communities. With your support, we hope to expand our reach, amplify more voices, and build a Nigeria where inclusion is not an exception, but a norm.