FOCN Mastermind: 5 Proven Ways We’re Empowering Young Africans (The Guardian Feature)

When FOCN Mastermind was featured in The Guardian, it was a reminder of why we do what we do: to empower young Africans to lead, innovate, and transform their communities. At Face of Congeniality Nigeria (FOCN), we launched Mastermind as a strategic program to provide young Africans with the skills, tools, and mindset they […]
5 Bold Moves We Made with Our Mastermind Program to Empower Young Africans: As Featured in ThisDay

When FOCN Mastermind was featured in ThisDay, it highlighted how our mission to empower young Africans is successfully creating real impact. At Face of Congeniality Nigeria (FOCN), we launched Mastermind as a bold, practical program to equip young Africans with leadership, digital economy mastery, and community-building skills they need to thrive and lead within their […]
FOCN Mastermind Empowers Young Africans with 5 Powerful Moves: As Featured in Vanguard

When FOCN Mastermind was featured in Vanguard, it affirmed the impact we are making in empowering young Africans to lead, innovate, and transform their communities. At Face of Congeniality Nigeria (FOCN), we created Mastermind to address the critical need for youth leadership and digital skills development across Africa. Through practical, engaging, and community-centered learning, […]
Lessons from Women Who Made It Against the Odds

What does it take to rise from obscurity to significance? To break past ceilings- some visible, others invisible- and step into spaces where few like you have gone before? This week, we reflect on the habits, attitudes, and mindset that consistently show up in the lives of women who have made it against the odds. […]
From Grass to Grace: Women Who Defied the Odds

In a world where success stories often emerge from privilege and advantage, some of the most inspiring narratives come from women who transformed their humble beginnings into extraordinary achievements. These women didn’t just break glass ceilings, they shattered entire structures of limitation and redefined what’s possible when determination meets opportunity. Today, we celebrate the remarkable […]
The Woman Who Refused to Give Up

You Are Not Where You Started | Refuse to Give Up. Behind every confident woman you admire is a version of her who almost gave up- but didn’t. At FOCN, we believe in rewriting stories, not being defined by them. So today, we’re spotlighting three phenomenal women who began in uncertainty, adversity, or […]
The Danger of Assumption: How Bias Holds Women Back and What to Do About It

Understanding the Impact of Assumptions on Women’s Empowerment In the ongoing fight for gender equality and women’s empowerment, there is a silent force that often goes unnoticed yet holds immense power: assumption. From the boardroom to the home, assumptions shape how women are seen, treated, and valued. Whether it’s assuming a woman won’t relocate for […]
Princess Opeyemi Bright: UK’s Youngest Mayor and a Role Model for African Women Leaders

In a world where youth and leadership are often viewed as incompatible, Princess Opeyemi Bright stands as living proof that boldness, brilliance, and a commitment to service transcend age. Recently appointed as the youngest serving mayor in the United Kingdom, Princess Opeyemi at just 29 years old is not only making history but also redefining […]
Public Speaking Hacks for Shy Girls: Own the Stage with Quiet Confidence

Because Confidence Isn’t About Being Loud- It’s About Being Heard Let’s be real: public speaking for shy girls can feel like a horror movie. Sweaty palms. Racing heart. Mind going blank mid-sentence. If you’re an introverted woman, you’ve likely been there- dreading the spotlight, wishing you could disappear into the floor rather than speak […]
Dear Woman, Find the Courage to Promote Yourself: A Call to Confident Self-Advocacy

Why Women Must Embrace Self-Promotion in 2025 In a world that often rewards boldness but unfairly labels women as “too much” for owning their wins, promoting yourself as a woman can feel risky. Yet, in 2025- when visibility is currency and your voice is a powerful tool for transformation- silence is no longer an […]