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Investing in Africa's Generation Leaders, Problem Solvers and Accelerating Inclusive AI Literacy and Competency

Empowering Nigerian youth with cutting-edge AI literacy, digital skills, and entrepreneurial mindset to build sustainable solutions for Africa's future.

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Building Nigeria's Future, One Youth at a Time

We are network of unrepentant believers in the capacity of youth to build the Nigeria of our dreams. MindTheGap is an award-winning thought leader in project-based strategic skills development, job creation, and social enterprise incubation.

At MindTheGap, we are committed to providing young people with the skills and opportunities they need to succeed, creating pathways for sustainable livelihoods and community development across Nigeria.

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Our Approach

We empower Nigerian youth through a holistic three-pillar model that creates sustainable impact

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Strategic Skills Development

We deliver project-based training programs that equip young Nigerians with practical, market-relevant skills. Our approach goes beyond theory, focusing on hands-on learning that prepares youth for real-world challenges in today’s economy.

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Job Creation

We don’t just train, we connect. By partnering with MSMEs and creating pathways to employment, we transform skills into livelihoods. Our initiatives bridge the gap between youth potential and market opportunities.

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Social Enterprise Incubation

We nurture entrepreneurial talent by providing aspiring founders with mentorship, resources, and support to launch and scale businesses that solve community challenges while creating sustainable employment.

Our SDG Commitment

We’re actively advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through our holistic approach to youth empowerment, job creation, and economic inclusion.

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Quality Education

Providing accessible, relevant education and training opportunities for all young Nigerians.

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Decent Work & Economic Growth

Creating sustainable job opportunities and fostering entrepreneurship across communities.

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Reduced Inequality

Ensuring equitable access to opportunities regardless of background or location.

Our Programmes

Experience AI

Experience AI is a forward-thinking learning and empowerment initiative designed to demystify Artificial Intelligence and make it accessible to educators students, and learners.

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#YouthEnpowered

Initiated by Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company (CCHBC), #YouthEmpowered is our commitment to fostering a generation of skilled, confident, and economically active young individuals.

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⁠SAY-WEE

Skilling Adolescent Young Women for Employability and Entrepreneurship (SAY-WEE) Program – a targeted initiative committed to unlocking the potential of adolescent young women across Nigeria.

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⁠ ⁠DL4ALL

Digital Literacy CDS – a dedicated Community Development Service (CDS) group of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), passionate about driving digital transformation across Nigeria.
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What is your age?*

What is your highest level of education completed?*

What is your highest level of education completed?*

What is your current employment status?*

What is your current employment status?*

Email Address*

Email Address*

Phone Number*

Phone Number*

State of Residence*

State of Residence*

Average monthly income *

Average monthly income *

My actions today strongly influence my future outcomes.*

My actions today strongly influence my future outcomes.*

I am currently developing at least one skill outside formal schooling or my main job.*

I am currently developing at least one skill outside formal schooling or my main job.*

I have completed a course, training, or mentorship in the last 12 months.*

I have completed a course, training, or mentorship in the last 12 months.*

I have tried to make money from a skill or idea in the last 12 months.*

I have tried to make money from a skill or idea in the last 12 months.*

Fear of failure has stopped me from acting on opportunities.*

Fear of failure has stopped me from acting on opportunities.*

I have tested or piloted an idea or project in the last 12 months.*

I have tested or piloted an idea or project in the last 12 months.*

I have clear goals for the next 3–5 years.*

I have clear goals for the next 3–5 years.*

I think beyond survival when making decisions*

I think beyond survival when making decisions*

I often consider how my actions affect others and society.*

I often consider how my actions affect others and society.*

What is your gender?*

What is your gender?*

I usually look for ways to improve my situation when I face challenges.*

I usually look for ways to improve my situation when I face challenges.*

Structural barriers in Nigeria often limit how far people like me can go, regardless of effort.*

Structural barriers in Nigeria often limit how far people like me can go, regardless of effort.*

Self Agency and Control

Self Agency and Control

Skills Investment

Skills Investment

I actively seek income opportunities beyond traditional employment*

I actively seek income opportunities beyond traditional employment*

I currently earn income from a skill or service I developed.*

I currently earn income from a skill or service I developed.*

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Economic Engagement Section

Risk and Experimentation Section

Risk and Experimentation Section

I invest my time and money intentionally in my long term growth*

I invest my time and money intentionally in my long term growth*

Integrity is more important than short term success*

Integrity is more important than short term success*

I feel capable of shaping the direction of my life.*

I feel capable of shaping the direction of my life.*

I have applied my skills to produce a project, service, or output.*

I have applied my skills to produce a project, service, or output.*

I believe I can create value without relying on family or government connections.*

I believe I can create value without relying on family or government connections.*

I am willing to pursue opportunities even when success is uncertain.*

I am willing to pursue opportunities even when success is uncertain.*

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Future Orientation and Values Section

I spend at least 3 hours weekly improving my skills.*

I spend at least 3 hours weekly improving my skills.*