Life for Children Initiative (LFCI) is a youth-led non-governmental organization founded in 2025 by Hamisu Muhammad Maigari. Emerging as a beacon of hope for young voices across Nigeria, the Initiative envisions a world where every child’s potential blooms into reality. LFCI was founded on a simple but powerful belief that every child deserves not only to live, but to thrive. Through education, protection, empowerment, and advocacy, we work to transform young lives from mere existence into abundant possibility.
Our Mission
To transform the lives of vulnerable and marginalized children by providing access to quality education, promoting child rights, and fostering safe and supportive environments where children and young people can thrive. This Initiative stands as a testament to the belief that every child deserves not just to live, but to thrive – transforming young lives from mere existence to abundant possibility
Our Core Values
Equity: Every child deserves equal opportunity and care.
Compassion: We serve with empathy, humanity, and love.
Accountability: Transparency and integrity guide all our actions.
Youth Leadership: We believe in the power of young people to drive change.
Collaboration: Sustainable change is achieved through partnership and collective effort.
Our Story
Founded in 2025, the Life for Children Initiative (LFCI) began as a response to the increasing number of vulnerable and out-of-school children in Nigeria. What started as a grassroots vision to support access to education has grown into a dynamic youth-led movement dedicated to empowering children and communities.
Today, LFCI leads programs that bridge education, protection, and empowerment—working hand in hand with local partners to ensure that no child is left behind.
Our story is one of hope, resilience, and action—proving that when young people unite for a cause, meaningful change is possible.
Founder’s Message
“Every child carries a spark of greatness but for too many, that spark is dimmed by poverty, neglect, or lack of opportunity. I believe that when we invest in children, we invest in the very foundation of our future.”
— Hamisu Muhammad Maigari, Founder
The Life for Children Initiative was born from a deep conviction that children deserve more than survival—they deserve a chance to dream, learn, and thrive.
As a child advocate and youth leader, I’ve seen the struggles and hopes of children whose voices often go unheard. Through LFCI, we are turning empathy into action, and vision into impact—one child, one community, one step at a time.
Together, we can build a world where every child’s potential truly blossoms into reality.
Objectives
Education
Provide access to quality education, promoting literacy, numeracy, and essential life skills
Healthcare
Ensure access to medical care, nutrition, and hygiene, promoting physical and mental well-being.
Protection
Safeguard children from abuse, exploitation, and violence, ensuring their safety and security.
Participation
Encourage children’s voices and opinions to be heard, promoting their active participation in decision-making processes.
Community Engagement
Foster community involvement and social responsibility, promoting a supportive environment for children’s growth.
Disaster Relief and Recovery
Providing emergency assistance and supporting long-term recovery efforts for children affected by disasters.
Our Programs & Impact
At Life for Children Initiative (LFCI), we design and implement programs that create lasting change in the lives of children, families, and communities. Our projects are rooted in compassion, youth leadership, and community participation—ensuring that every child has the opportunity to live, learn, and lead.
Street2School Project
The Street2School Project is one of our flagship initiatives aimed at reintegrating out-of-school and street children into formal education. Through community awareness, enrollment, and empowering parents through business skills training to sustain their children's education, the project provides children with learning materials, uniforms, mentorship, and emotional support to ease their transition from street life to school life.
Impact Goals:
- Enroll and retain vulnerable children in schools.
- Promote inclusive and quality education.
- Empower parents and guardians through awareness on the value of education.
Get Involved
Join us in creating a brighter future for every child. Whether through partnership, volunteering, or donation, your support helps transform lives and communities.
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