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Initiative for Self Esteem Education and Advocacy (ISSEA) is a non-profit youth-centered hub committed to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3 which aims to Ensure Healthy Lives & Promote Well-Being for All at All Ages. We focus on promoting awareness of the importance of self-esteem, self-awareness, and the effects of low-self-esteem in Nigeria through media, mentorship, partnership, advocacy programs, and impact projects in local communities. ISEEA is a corporate body duly registered under the Companies and Allied matters Act of Nigeria with registration number 184681. Prior to registration, it was an online platform with the name Self Esteem Diary (SED).
ISEEA envisions a world where individuals possess a positive self image, are empowered to reach their full potential, and are treated with dignity and respect.
We seek to promote self esteem, mental wellbeing, strong institutions, and social inclusion through education, media, partnerships, advocacy, and community based initiatives.
The principles that guide our mission and drive our impact
We believe in honesty and therefore, we adhere to a strict ethical code of conduct that encourages transparency and validates the trust reposed in us by our trustees, donors, staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, and members of the public.
We understand that at its core, leadership is service. Hence, we are intentional about building an organizational culture where people feel seen, heard, and appreciated.
We strive to always deliver accurately on the goals and objectives of every project we undertake. Beyond practicing meticulousness in project delivery, we also ensure accuracy and timeliness.
We practice non-judgmental communication and demonstrate sincere interest and concern for others to build unity, foster inclusion in diversity, and enhance positive outcomes
We place emphasis on self-awareness and encourage a work culture where individuals take responsibility for their actions and they understand the effect of those actions on our mission, vision, and goals.
We employ diverse, evidence-based strategies to create lasting impact in communities across Nigeria
Creating safe spaces where everyone, regardless of gender, can participate, learn, and grow together in building self-esteem.
Collaborating with organizations, institutions, and stakeholders to amplify our impact and reach more communities.
Connecting young people with experienced mentors who guide, inspire, and support their personal development journey.
Providing educational materials and resources that empower individuals with knowledge about self-esteem and mental health.
Implementing programs in schools to educate students about self-esteem, mental health, and personal development.
Leveraging digital platforms to spread awareness, share stories, and build a supportive online community.
Through these comprehensive approaches, we're building a generation of confident, self-aware individuals ready to make a positive impact.
Support Our WorkKey milestones and achievements that shaped our mission to empower communities
Supported a young girl's skill acquisition after a traumatic experience, raising ₦25,000 to empower her future.
Launched monthly webinar series and weekly engagement sessions, expanding our reach through digital platforms.
Successfully reached over 200 children and families in Galadimawa community with vital education about self-esteem and preventing sexual abuse.
First annual hangout with 25+ young people, combining fun and learning about self-esteem and personal development.
Spoke at orphanage homes on International Women's Day about the importance of self-esteem in achieving dreams.
Launched school awareness program enhancing knowledge of self-esteem and mental health among secondary students.
Partnered with Nigeria Reads, awarded scholarships to 6 children through completion of secondary education.
Created safe spaces in schools with approved curriculum teaching mental health, self-esteem, and wellbeing.
Officially launched office space to plan new projects, scale existing programs, and build strategic partnerships.
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Transforming lives across communities with measurable impact
Through our physical and virtual programs
Initiated across Nigeria
Across Nigeria and internationally
In FCT-Abuja and beyond
Reaching communities where they need us most
Project H.E.L.P., Humanitarian Interventions
Webinars, Online Mentorship, Self Esteem Diary Community
Project G.R.O.W., Mental Health Matters Club
Virtual coaching sessions across South Africa
Real stories from individuals whose lives have been transformed through our programs
"After my Passing Out Parade from NYSC, I started job hunting and it yielded nothing positive. I kept having feelings that maybe because I limp, and I do not have connections... Accepting the invite to Self Esteem Diary group was the beginning of my healing. I intentionally decided to live this one life I have to the fullest regardless of life's happenings."
NYSC Graduate
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Initiative for Self Esteem Education and Advocacy (ISEEA) seeks to promote self-esteem, mental wellbeing, strong institutions, and social inclusion through education, media, partnerships, advocacy, and community-based initiatives. We focus on achieving Sustainable Development Goal 3, which aims to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.
We offer diverse programs including Project H.E.L.P. (community education on self-esteem and abuse prevention), Project G.R.O.W. (school awareness programs), Mental Health Matters Club (in-school safe spaces), Teenage Hangouts (annual youth empowerment events), webinar series, humanitarian interventions, and one-on-one coaching sessions.
Since our inception, we have impacted over 7,000 lives through physical and virtual programs, reached 15+ communities across Nigeria and internationally, initiated 5 community projects, and served communities with scholarships, skill acquisition support, mental health education, and personal development coaching.
Our programs benefit young people (teenagers and young adults), students in secondary schools, individuals struggling with low self-esteem, survivors of abuse, families in need of humanitarian support, and anyone seeking personal development and mental health education. We serve communities in Nigeria and offer virtual coaching internationally.
You can support ISEEA through financial donations to fund our projects, volunteering your time and skills to support our programs, partnering with us if you represent an organization or institution, spreading awareness about our mission on social media, or attending and participating in our events and webinars.
Yes, ISEEA is a corporate body duly registered under the Companies and Allied Matters Act of Nigeria with registration number 184681. Prior to registration, it was an online platform with the name Self Esteem Diary (SED). We officially launched our office space in February 2025.
You can access our programs by joining our Self Esteem Diary community on social media platforms, attending our webinars and events (announced on our website and social channels), requesting our school programs for your institution, reaching out for personal coaching via email at info@initiativeforselfesteem.org, or visiting our office in Abuja for in-person consultations.
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