International Day of Rural Women is dedicated to the millions of women living in remote, rural places and celebrates the achievements and contributions of these women toward rural development and agriculture. Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI), founded by Chris Oyakhilome…
Girls are ready for a decade of acceleration forward. It is time for us all to stand accountable – with and for girls – and to invest in a future that believes in their agency, leadership, and potential. Give girls…
International Literacy Day celebrated on the 8th of September was aimed to remind the international community of the importance of literacy for individuals, communities, and societies. Since then, quality education has been incorporated as a Sustainable Development Goal as set by…
This week the United Nations commemorated World Day against Child Labor. As a core value of the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI), founding father, Chris Oyakhilome has held education at the center. Studies have repeatedly shown a link between poverty and…
As a child-centered organization, our mission at the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI) is to create an environment where every child survives, lives above poverty, and becomes an active participant in socio-economic development irrespective of race, color, or gender. The…
World Health Day is commemorated each year on the 7th of April. This year, after living through the COVID-19 pandemic, a polluted planet and an increasing incidence of diseases, the theme for #WorldHealthDay2022 is ‘Our Planet, Our Health’. We are…
International Women’s Day is celebrated globally, marking the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Significant activity is witnessed worldwide as groups come together to celebrate women’s achievements or rally for women’s equality. Achieving gender equality and women’s empowerment…
Over the last few years, the global community has made progress in including women and girls in science, however, they tend to be excluded more often than not. In order to achieve full and equal access to and participation…
Every year on the 4th of February, the International Day of Human Fraternity seeks to promote cultural and religious tolerance. When Chris Oyakhilome founded the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI) in 2004, he saw a need to ensure that…
Education is a priority for indigent children and can help end the cycle of poverty. Studies have repeatedly shown a link between poverty and education. Today, the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI), together with the world is celebrating the fourth…