VARSH Foundation

Today, we celebrate unity, global cooperation, and our collective efforts to build a better, more inclusive world for everyone. Let’s continue striving for peace, equality, and sustainability for future generations. Happy United Nations Day from all of us at VARSH! ❤✨

We are beyond excited to share that our efforts to build safer communities and empower young people caught the attention of some amazing media platforms! With features highlighting our Safe Communities Project, and other initiatives like the Peer Education, and School Outreach sub-projects, we’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to spread awareness about the work we’re doing. Thank you to our partners, participants, and supporters for making this journey possible. Here’s a glimpse of where we’ve been featured recently. Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for supporting us as we continue to amplify our voice and impact. #ProjectSafeCommunities #YSC #EndSGBV #VARSHProjects #MediaSpotlight #TheNigeriaWeWant

Hearty congratulations to our VARSH Community members graduating today from the University of Ilorin! Your hard work and commitment have finally paid off and brought you to this special moment, and we couldn't be prouder of all you’ve achieved. As you celebrate today, know that you continue to inspire those around you to keep striving for excellence. Here's to new beginnings, continued growth, and making a positive impact wherever life takes you next! #VARSHCommunity #Graduation

The power of education goes beyond the classroom, and our School Outreach Sub-Project has demonstrated just that. Through this initiative, a sub-team of participants from the Safe Communities Project delivered an important training and awareness session to students of Ife Girls’ High School, Ile-Ife. ✨ By tackling topics like healthy relationships, consent, and body autonomy, we aimed to provide young students with the tools they need to protect themselves and make informed choices. It’s amazing to see the next generation taking such an active role in shaping a safer, more inclusive future. Here’s to creating safer environments and brighter futures! ❤️ #ProjectSafeCommunities #YSC #EndSGBV #VARSHProjects #SchoolOutreach #TheNigeriaWeWant

We believe that the strongest change often comes from within the community itself, and that’s why our Peer Education program has been a huge success! ✨ With support from dedicated young leaders, we launched this initiative as part of the Safe Communities Project, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills to educate their peers on critical issues like gender-based violence, sexual health, and safety. These youth advocates went above and beyond, sharing life-saving information, fostering safe spaces, and inspiring their peers to take action. We’re incredibly proud of the impact they’ve made, showing that young people are not just the future; they are the NOW! ❤️ Let’s celebrate their hard work, and remember, education is power. Together, we can create safe communities. 🤝🏾 #ProjectSafeCommunities #YSC #EndSGBV #VARSHProjects #PeerEducation #TheNigeriaWeWant

As we wrapped up the second and final day of the Project Safe Communities (SC), our collaboration with the Youth for Safe Communities (YSC) team from Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) continued to foster powerful advocacy against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV). 💫 On Day 2, the participants sharpened their skills in recognizing and responding to SGBV incidents. Sessions led by experts focused on practical advocacy strategies, survivor support, and how to take action through peer education and campus-wide engagement. These passionate student leaders are now fully equipped to champion the cause of ending SGBV and creating lasting change within their communities. Thank you to all who contributed to making this initiative a success. This is only the beginning! ❤️ #ProjectSafeCommunities #YSC #EndSGBV #VARSHProjects #TheNigeriaWeWant

In collaboration with the Youth for Safe Communities (YSC) team from Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), we are thrilled to have supported the transformative Safe Communities Project (SC), an impactful initiative focused on combating Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) on campus. ✨ Day 1 of the training saw 24 enthusiastic student participants come together to dive deep into the causes of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), how to challenge societal norms, and begin the journey towards creating a safer campus and community. With dynamic sessions from expert facilitators and active engagement from the participants, Day 1 set the stage for impactful advocacy and meaningful change. This project is part of our ongoing commitment to foster safer communities, working hand-in-hand with future leaders to stand against violence and promote equality. ❤️ #ProjectSafeCommunities #YSC #EndSGBV #VARSHProjects #TheNigeriaWeWant

On October 16th, we had the privilege of hosting a powerful virtual session with 60 female students from Fountain of Grace International College, Emene, Enugu, to mark the International Day of the Girl Child. The webinar, "Girls as Advocates for a Violence-Free Future," was led by our Executive Director, Salvation Grace Aworanti, and focused on empowering young girls to take a stand against gender-based violence (GBV). The session was a success, with participants inspired by stories of young changemakers and equipped with the tools to challenge societal norms. By the end of the event, the message was clear – girls have the power to lead the fight for a world free from violence. Grateful to the school management and the students for their participation and engagement in this important conversation! ✨ #EndGBV #InternationalDayOfTheGirlChild #VARSHPrograms

At Girls Talk 3.0, the breakout sessions were where the magic happened! ✨ In small, intimate groups, our girls dove deep into meaningful conversations about their futures, leadership, and the power of their voices. Led by expert facilitators, these sessions allowed the girls to share their personal stories, brainstorm their dreams, and gain valuable insights on how to shape a future where they are heard and respected. The girls left with newfound confidence, practical tools, and the motivation to turn their visions into reality. Huge thanks to our facilitators and volunteers for guiding these dynamic sessions and helping to empower the next generation of confident, outspoken girls. ❤ #GirlsTalk3 #InternationalDayoftheGirlChild #VARSHPrograms

Behind every powerful event is an army of dedicated volunteers who make it all possible. At Girls Talk 3.0, our amazing team of VARSH volunteers stepped up in every way; coordinating breakout sessions, managing logistics, and engaging with our girls to inspire, mentor, and empower them. ✨ Their energy and passion ensured that the girls left with stronger voices, clearer visions, and the courage to shape the future. A huge shoutout to the true champions, our volunteers, for making Girls Talk 3.0 a resounding success! ❤ #GirlsTalk3 #InternationalDayoftheGirlChild #VARSHPrograms