Slum2School Africa

Drumroll 🥁🥁🥁🥁🥁🥁🥁🥁🥁🥁 We are thrilled to welcome our 2023 cohort of Slum2School volunteers. We are so proud of everyone of you from Nairobi to Lagos, Accra to Kigali, New York to Lusaka, Manchester to Kilimanjaro. #Slum2school #iVolunteer #ProudSlum2SchoolVolunteer

Happy 14th Anniversary, Slum2School Africa. 🎊🎉🎂 Fourteen years ago, a handful of bold, selfless young people chose to believe that every child irrespective of where they lived deserved more. From 2012 to 2016, our early volunteers walked dusty streets, crossed waters, gave their weekends, their skills, and their hearts - not for applause, but for impact. We will be celebrating dozens of them this year and ask that you tag as many as you can remember and appreciate their service and the seed they planted. Today, that seed has grown into a movement that has reached hundreds of thousands of children. What began as volunteer passion is now a thriving ecosystem of thousands of educators, partners, staff, and leaders shaping futures across communities. And we are not slowing down. As we celebrate 14 years of Slum2School Africa, we also begin the official countdown to our 15th - a milestone year that will mark the launch of several bold, transformative initiatives that will redefine our scale, deepen our outcomes, and strengthen our legacy. To our pioneer volunteers, staff and leadership team: you built the foundation. To our present volunteers, partners, staff and leadership team: you are driving the next wave of impact. The story is still being written. The mission is stronger than ever. And the next chapter will be even more significant. Happy 14th Anniversary, Slum2School Africa. The best is ahead. 🌍📚 #Slum2School #Africa #Anniversary #EducationMatters #LetsDoMore

56th Convocation Ceremonies: Presentation of gifts to the Convocation lecturer and the Chairman of the 56th Convocation Ceremonies, Prof Rahamon Bello by Prof. Fọláṣadé T. Ogunsola, Vice chancellor of the University of Lagos. @otto_orondaam @Slum2School #unilagconvocation

Today marks the Convocation lecture for the 56th Convocation Ceremony titled Maximizing Nigeria's Demographic Dividend Through Urgent Education Reform For Global Competitiveness In The 21st Century, delivered by @Otto_Orondaam, founder and executive director of @Slum2School

Guest Lecturer: @Otto_Orondaam (Founder and Executive Director, @Slum2School) Chairman: Prof. Rahaman A. Bello, FAEng (11th Vice-Chancellor, UNILAG) Topic: “Maximizing Nigeria’s Demographic Dividend through Urgent Education Reform for Global Competitiveness in the 21st Century”

At this year's 14th edition of Christmas in a Box, something quietly powerful happened. 14 years ago, most of the scholars in the last slide stood in line with hopeful eyes and small hands - waiting for a gift. 🎁 This year, those same children returned. Not as recipients. But as givers. Our university scholars - took ownership of the moment. They handled over 90% of the shopping, wrapping, boxing, and gifting, carefully preparing presents for younger learners in primary and secondary schools. Watching them do the shopping, wrap gifts with intention, laughter, and pride was emotional for us. Because this was never just about boxes or Christmas. It was about the long arc of impact. About what happens when love is consistent. When support is sustained. When children are not abandoned halfway through their journey. They once received these gifts. Today, they give them. We are deeply grateful to our partners - Greensprings School, Cardonic, Society of Petroleum Engineers, Maltina, Nigerians Breweries, and many others - who came together to bring joy to hundreds of children and made this moment possible. This is what service looks like when it comes full circle. This is what impact looks like when it grows up. Thanks to all our scholars and volunteers who made this year's Christmas In A Box our best yet. #Slum2School #ChristmasInABox #Slum2SchoolAfrica #Christmas

A promise made. A promise kept. 💙 Twelve years ago, we made a promise to children in one of Lagos’ most remote riverine communities. A promise that tested time, resilience, and belief - to build them a school This year, we kept that promise. 💙 What began with teaching in small huts and open lagoons is now the Slum2School Green Academy - a fully eco-friendly, climate-smart school powered by solar energy, rainwater harvesting, waste-to-biogas systems, biodiversity areas and designed for dignity and learning. Today, 250 children are stepping into their first classrooms on full scholarship, in a world-class environment built for the future. This is what happens when courage refuses to give up on children - and when purpose outlives obstacles. Special thanks to all our volunteers, staff, various stakeholders and partners - @biomerieux, @HP, Norwegian Embassy in Nigeria, @UMG, @united, Triton Paints, Preserve our Roots, Lagos State Government through Epe Local Government, @LSUBEB and many others who made who made this a success. Together let's scale this project across Africa and bring hope and education to every child in need. 🔗 slum2school.org/greenacademy #Slum2School #GreenAcademy #EducationForAll #SustainableEducation #Africa

Hello Friends, We won the @HP Global Digital Equity Award!!!! A global recognition celebrating organizations shaping the future of learning and inclusion through technology.. As one of 8 organizations across the world, HP will be supporting our mission to transform education for thousands of underserved children and youth through expanding our innovative digital learning labs and next-generation STEM programs. The award comes along with hundreds of cutting-edge HP technology, devices, funding, and specialized technical support to help us expand our digital programs and reach 250,000 more children and youth. Recently, my leadership team @slum2school and I were hosted at the HP Nigeria headquarters for the official announcement, where we met with the HP Country Director Emmanuel Eze, Sustainability Lead for Central Africa, Sophie Anjorin and all the other senior leaders. We deeply appreciate HP’s belief in our mission and this global recognition. I am profoundly grateful to our extraordinary team, volunteers, board and partners whose dedication and brilliance made this possible. And to the HP Foundation and @HP Inc., thank you for the trust, the rigorous evaluation process, and the strong vote of confidence in our work. This recognition brings us closer to a future where every child - regardless of background - can access quality education, digital tools, and the opportunities to thrive. We look forward to building more impactful partnerships and creating even greater change together. #LetsDoMore #OttoOrondaam #Slum2School #HP #DigitalEquity #STEMEducation #InnovationForGood

We’re thrilled to announce that @Slum2School Africa has been selected as a global winner of the 2025 @HP Digital Equity Accelerator! Our Digital Learning Program - bringing immersive digital education, STEM learning, and future-ready skills to underserved communities - has been recognized as a transformative solution bridging Nigeria’s digital divide. Through this Accelerator, we’ll receive vital support in technology, funding, and capacity development to scale our impact and expand access to digital learning in reaching 250,000 young people with stronger, smarter digital opportunities in 2026. A heartfelt thank you to the @HP, HP Foundation, HP Nigeria/Africa and the Digital Equity team for believing in our mission. Thanks to our entire team, volunteers, and community champions whose passion and dedication made this possible. This win belongs to every child, every dream, and every voice we serve. #Slum2School #Africa #HP #DigitalEquityAccelerator #HopeForEveryChild

We are incredibly proud and excited to recognize our 100 Most Outstanding Volunteers of 2025. Out of a diverse and extraordinary community of thousands of volunteers who showed up, served, and made remarkable impact this year, these 100 exceptional individuals have been selected through credible votes and heartfelt nominations. They are the hearts that carried our mission on their backs. The voices that advocated when no one was listening. The hands that donated, built, and lifted communities. The feet that traveled across rivers, slums, and remote settlements for every child. The minds that crafted solutions when challenges felt impossible. The souls that loved deeply, showed up consistently, and never stopped believing that hope can win. Because of you, dreams were restored. Because of you, classrooms came alive. Because of you, children found reasons to smile again. Thank you for choosing service. Thank you for choosing humanity. Thank you for choosing @Slum2School Africa. On this international Volunteer Day we recognize every Volunteer who serves and here’s to the 100 who went an extra mile, inspired us all, and made 2025 unforgettable. You matter. You are seen. You are deeply appreciated. Together Lets Do More 💙 Share, Tag and Appreciate a volunteer for their service. #Slum2School #100MostOutstandingVolunteers #Volunteers #LetsDoMore #InternationalVolunteerDay

We are so proud of 11-Year-Old Ayomide from Makoko community who delivered this momentous keynote address at the 11th edition of Maltina Teacher of the Year Gala and Awards🌟 Is this the Nigeria of your dreams? Join us to celebrate Ayomide and together let's keep building the Nigeria of our dreams for every child. 🇳🇬🇳🇬 #Slum2School #HopeforEveryChild #Maltina #Teacher #Makoko #Nigeria #Children #Education #LetsDoMore

Slum2School Africa X Harvard University Center for African Studies 💯 We’re excited to share the incredible experience of hosting Professor Zoe Marks, Director of the Harvard Center of African Studies and her team from Harvard University, who spent two full days immersed in our schools and communities - seeing, listening, and learning alongside us. They witnessed the future of education unfolding - children designing robots, painting dreams, reciting poetry, and leading with curiosity. This visit reinforces our belief that innovation, equity, and collaboration can redefine learning for millions of children across Africa. 🌍💡 Watch this video to hear Professor Zoe’s reflections on the limitless potential within every child and share your thoughts with us. Together we can ensure that every child has the opportunity to learn, dream and rise. #Slum2School #HarvardUniversity #HarvardCenterForAfricanStudies #EducationForAll #InnovationHub #EducationReimagined

Nothing brings us more fulfillment than seeing the joy,smiles, and gratitude on the faces of these adorable children. #Christmas2024 #Transforminglives

Happy International Volunteer Day! Volunteers are the heart of every community, bringing hope, support, and change wherever they go. Your efforts transform lives, inspire others, and make a lasting impact that cannot be measured. #InternationalVolunteerDay

Today,with so much joy in our hearts,we celebrate Jennifer Williams as she proudly received the highest award at Corona Secondary School's prize giving day,"The principal's Annual Prize". She also won another award as the best student in Yoruba language. Let's celebrate her!!

A high quality education has the power to change lives and communities; it shouldn't be a privilege for a few but a right for all. Why do you think every child deserves quality education? #Slum2School #Slum2SchoolAfrica #Education #TransformingLives #LetsDoMore

Today, we celebrate a major milestone for these children as they prepare to enter school for the first time! Let's wish them all luck as they begin this incredible journey! #Slum2School #TransformingLives #Education #LetsDoMore

We are thrilled to share our newest partnership with United Airlines and appreciate the team that flew into Nigeria from the United States,United Kingdom and Ghana to join us at Slum2School on a three days mission visiting some of the most marginalized communities where we serve.

We were thrilled to welcome the amazing kids from @Slum2School to our HP office in Lagos, Nigeria! They buzzed with excitement, meeting our HP Nigeria team and getting a tour of our office. It wasn't just any other kids' excursion. It was a launchpad for their dreams! They heard firsthand about amazing tech careers and the endless possibilities that lie ahead. The future is bright for these young minds. The talented Slum2School kids also made presentations about the impact of the HP STEM program, highlighting how it's empowering them to pursue their passions in tech. These future leaders left feeling even more empowered and ready to take on the world! Who knows, maybe one day they'll be the ones designing the future of tech! Big THANK YOU to the incredible Slum2School and HP Nigeria teams for working together to empower these young minds. #HappyChildrensDay

Welcome to the first school day of the New Year 🤩🥰😁 Who's more excited for these kids 🕺🏽💃🏾 This year would be filled with lots of joy, smiles and laughter. Are you ready!!!!! #Slum2School #Slum2SchoolAfrica #HopeForEveryChild #BeOurSuperhero #LetsDoMore

We are excited to welcome you into 2024 🚀🌍 🌍🏆🥇 2024 Will Be A Year Of ___________ Let's fill in the space with your favorite words 🏆🏆🏆 This year Slum2School Africa magnifies its impact exponentially, reaching more children, opening more classrooms, inspiring more communities, and transforming more countries. 2024 will be filled with transformative stories of hope, love and education and we want you to be a part of it. Join us as we amplify our drops of impact into waves of change across countries.🌍 Let the journey begin 🚀🚀🚀 #Slum2School #Africa #NewYear #2024 #LetsDoMore #HopeForTheFuture #HopeForEveryChild #Education