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Our institute is dedicated to Restoring Broken Reeds.
The St. Magdalen Institute aims to empower teenage mothers in Africa by providing free vocational education and support services. Our mission is to break the cycle of poverty by equipping these young women with essential skills for economic self-sufficiency and fostering their social inclusion.
Teenage motherhood poses significant challenges, of Rejection by their families, including limited access to education and economic opportunities. 98%teens moms ends up in the street where anything and everything happens Many young mothers find themselves trapped in a cycle of poverty, human trafficking, Extreme violence, child’s kidnapping to mention but few, this impacting their future and that of their children. St. Magdalen Institute seeks to address these challenges by offering vocational training and support services tailored to the needs of teenage mothers starting from Nigeria to across Africa possibly India and south America in the future. If the young mother can provide for herself and her child, she’s then less affected by the external consequence.
Having been given opportunity in life, here comes that same opportunity extended to other fellow teen mothers and young widows from the age of 10 – 27 who need Vocational Education for free.
There is a saying: “If you educate a woman, you have educated a nation”. Therefore it is also said: “When you hurt a woman, it's her nation that suffers it”.
• Empowerment Through Vocational education degree programs of 2 and half years
Empower up to 500 teenage mothers annually by providing vocational skills/Diploma that open pathways to financial independence, confidence, and personal growth.
• Decent Job Placement Success: Achieve a 75% job placement rate for our graduates within six months of completing the Degree program, allowing them to find employment opportunities either within their home countries or abroad. These placements ensure that young mothers are self-sufficient contributors to their new communities, should they choose to live outside their home country, rather than dependents.
• Fostering Family Growth and Stability: Ensure that 100% of graduates can continue living in their home country if desired, allowing them to nurture and raise their children through all stages of growth. Our program promotes the stability and family connection critical to both mother and child, facilitating a balanced journey into adulthood and maturity.
• Pathways to Wealth Creation and Personal Autonomy: Equip each young woman with the skills and confidence to build wealth for herself and her children on her own terms. Graduates are empowered to embrace a future of self-determination and meaningful work.
• A Vision of Joyful Motherhood: Envision a world where children grow up happier, with less struggle, held in the arms of empowered mothers. St. Magdalen Institute graduates are given the tools to lead fulfilled lives with the freedom to cherish and nurture their children, creating stronger, happier communitie
A Vision for Change Across Africa
• St. Magdalen Institute is not just an education center; it is a lifeline for young single mothers across Africa. We are committed to bringing quality Finnish vocational education to teenage mothers across Nigeria, Africa, and beyond. Our mission is to equip these young women with the skills, knowledge, and hope they need to rebuild their lives, uplift their families, and reshape their communities. I know what it’s like to be that girl on the streets, desperate for a second chance. And I am here to give them that chance.
If you educate a man you educate an individual, but if you educate a woman you educate a family & nation.. (Dr. James Emmanuel Kwegyir-Aggrey)
Restoring young mothers to their fullest potential by providing a safe, supportive space and the tools needed to pursue their dreams. We welcome teenage mothers aged 10-27, guiding them through holistic education and practical skill-building to help them become resilient, confident, and self-reliant.
Our mission is guided by three core pillars:
1. Educational Realignment: Supporting students in primary and secondary levels to catch up academically and re-align with their peers, with specialized assistance that helps balance academic tasks with the responsibilities of motherhood.
2. Mother-Child Connection: Understanding the unique needs of each young mother and her child, we believe in keeping them together. Our on-site daycare facilities provide a nurturing, engaging space where children can thrive in a creative learning environment, allowing mothers to focus on their education.
3. Skill-Based Learning: Creating a practical, skill-based curriculum to empower young mothers with vocational skills, entrepreneurial knowledge, and personal growth tools, fostering self-sufficiency and community impact.
• St. Magdalen Institute envisions a future where every teenage mother has the support, education, and confidence to achieve sustainable livelihoods and contribute to lasting, positive change within their communities
