Children in a classroom in Lagos, Nigeria

AboutLet's Chat

We are a Nigerian nonprofit on a mission to empower young lives by dismantling the barriers to dignity and education.

African children engaged in learning together
Our Story

Born From a Belief That Every Child Matters

“No child should miss school because of a pad. No student should abandon their dream because of a fee.”

Let's Chat International Initiative was founded on the belief that access to dignity and education are not privileges — they are rights. We saw too many girls sitting out of class during their period. Too many bright students watching their university dreams fade because of exam fees they couldn't afford.

So we decided to do something about it. Through our two flagship programmes — Pad a Life and Impact a Life — we work directly in communities across Nigeria, delivering tangible, measurable change.

Our Purpose

Vision & Mission

Anchored by a clear north star and a defined path to get there.

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Our Vision

A Nigeria — and Africa — where no child is denied their right to dignity, health, and education. Where every girl can stay in school through her period, and every student can sit their exams and pursue their dreams without financial barriers holding them back.

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Our Mission

To empower young lives and abolish barriers to dignity and education through our two flagship programmes — Pad a Life and Impact a Life — working in partnership with communities, schools, and changemakers across Nigeria.

How We Work

Our Four Pillars

Everything we do is grounded in these core values.

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Empowerment

We build confidence and agency in young people, helping them believe in their own worth and potential.

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Education

We remove every financial and logistical barrier standing between a child and their right to learn.

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Dignity

Every child deserves to live, learn, and grow with dignity. We refuse to accept anything less.

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Sustainability

Our programmes are built to create lasting change, not short-term fixes.

Our Journey

From Idea to Impact

2020

Let's Chat International Initiative founded in Lagos, Nigeria.

2021

Pad a Life programme launched — first 200 girls supported across 3 schools.

2022

Impact a Life programme launched — 150 students receive exam sponsorship.

2023

Reached 5 Nigerian states. Partnered with 10+ schools and community organisations.

2024

3,000+ girls supported. 1,000+ students sponsored. 12 communities reached.

2025

Expanded to 15+ communities. Launched mentorship and digital learning resources.

The People Behind It

Meet Our Team

Passionate individuals united by one purpose — empowering the next generation.

Adaeze Okonkwo

Adaeze Okonkwo

Founder & Executive Director

Emeka Nwosu

Emeka Nwosu

Programme Director

Fatima Aliyu

Fatima Aliyu

Head of Partnerships

Seun Babatunde

Seun Babatunde

Community Outreach Lead

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