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​Delivering Integrated Community Development Across Africa, Together

Over 10 years of field-based engagement across West and North Africa.  

Mission & Vision

A systems-led approach to community development across Africa.

VISION

To strengthen community-led systems across Africa through integrated approaches to health, education, culture, and livelihoods.

MISSION

To deliver field-based, integrated development through the ICWF framework, working alongside communities to build sustainable, locally grounded systems.

Grounded in field-based implementation. Structured for scalable impact.

Our Approach-ICWF

Integrated Community Wellbeing Framework (ICWF): A structured system for community-led development through field-based design and delivery.

  • Field-based design and delivery

  • Integration of cultural identity and indigenous knowledge systems

  • Multi-sector development approach (health, education, heritage, livelihoods)

  • Long-term capacity building and sustainability

Grounded in field delivery. Structured for scale. Designed for long-term impact.

How We Deliver Impact

We deliver impact through phased, field-based implementation using the ICWF framework in partnership with communities and institutions.

Phase 1

Pilot Implementation

Initial rollout in Ilesha, Osun State, establishing community-based delivery and local partnerships.

Phase 2

Regional Expansion

Expansion across four pilot states in Nigeria through structured, multi-sector implementation.

Phase 3

Scaled Deployment

Wider rollout across additional regions, applying the ICWF framework for long-term, integrated development.

Pilot Implementation Footprint

Our phased rollout begins in Ilesha and expands across key pilot states in Nigeria. 

  • Initial Implementation begins in Ilesah Osun State

  • Phase 1 expansion across four pilot states in Nigeria

  • Delivered through the ICWF framework

  • Community-led, partnership-driven rollout model

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Nigeria Flagship Rollout Model

Ilesha- Initial Implementation Site

Phase 1 Pilot States

Designed for scalable expansion across additional regions following pilot phase validation.

Proven Field Implementation

(2016–2025)

Delivered through sustained multi-country field engagement across West and North Africa. 

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Working alongside traditional healers in Senegal

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Time spent with children at a Dara school, St. Louis

Morocco- Atlas Mountains

Connecting with children in the Atlas Mountains, Morocco

Impact Snapshots

Over 15,000 individuals and households reached through structured, multi-phase field implementation across West Africa and North Africa. 

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Active Countries Across West Africa

Multi-phase field implementation

 

As of 2016-2025

1,000+

Women’s Livelihood & Economic Empowerment

 Skills & economic empowerment delivered

As of 2016–2025

3,000+

Nutrition and Health Skills

Nutrition, health & skills training delivered

2016–2025

7,000

House with water access 

Safe, Clean Water Access

As of 2022–2023

50

Schools equipped for learning & wellness

Education & School Support

As of 2022–2023

1,000+


Community members engaged

in development 

Community Engagement

As of 2018–2023

These figures showcase the tangible impact of our programmes across West Africa, improving education, nutrition, and community livelihoods. 

These outcomes are delivered through our Integrated Community Wellbeing Framework (ICWF).

Monitoring systems are being formalised under the 2026 ICWF framework.​

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Programme Pillars 

​Core Programme Areas

Pillar 1

Community Health Systems

Prevention-focused health initiatives that promote long-term community resilience.

Pillar 2 

Youth Enterprise & Livelihoods

Skills development and entrepreneurial pathways that generate sustainable income opportunities.

Pillar 3

Women’s Economic Empowerment

Programs supporting women’s financial independence through enterprise and income generation.

Pillar 4

Community  Infrastructure &  Development

Projects providing clean water, preserving culture, and building sustainable infrastructure for stronger communities.

These pillars are delivered through targeted community programmes and scalable pilot initiatives across Nigeria, Senegal, and The Gambia. 

Why This Matters

Communities across Africa continue to face fragmented systems in health, economic opportunity, and cultural development.

 

Integrated, community-led solutions are essential for sustainable impact.  

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Impact In Action

Real-world application of integrated, community-led development across multiple regions.

Integrated Community Delivery Systems Through ICWF​​

Health System

Community-led prevention, outreach, and primary wellbeing delivery through local implementation structures.

Education System

Applied skills development, mentorship, and capacity building linked to real community opportunities.

Economic System

Enterprise development and livelihood pathways supporting income generation and local economic resilience.

Cultural System

Integration of indigenous knowledge, heritage preservation, and identity-led development within community systems.

This alignment enables effective, community-led implementation across key development areas.

Governance

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Traditional governance and cultural alignment supporting community-led development frameworks in Ijesaland.

On-the-Ground Delivery

Flagship Programme

​The Orisa Heritage Cultural Research and Education Programme

£3.2M Cultural Development Initiative

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A multi-layered cultural and development initiative designed to restore heritage systems, strengthen community wellbeing, and build sustainable cultural infrastructure across Africa and the diaspora.

Developed in collaboration with cultural custodians, academic partners, and community stakeholders across West Africa and the diaspora.

Join Us in Building Sustainable Community Systems

We welcome strategic partners, funders, and collaborators committed to long-term impact across Africa.

Impact In Action

Be Part of Scaling Community Transformation Across Africa

Support the expansion of ICWF and help us empower communities, preserve cultural heritage, and build resilient, self-sustaining systems for future generations.

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Empowering communities through health, culture, and sustainable development.

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