About Us
Young Care Initiative is a Non-Governmental Organisation that is passionate about empowering, developing and advocating for the youths. It is an organisation dedicated to the course of grooming young minds to create positive influence in their spheres.
Meet Our Executive Director
Tokunbo Gboyega
Tokunbo Gboyega is the Executive Director of YOUNGCARE INITIATIVE FOR DEVELOPMENT, a community of change makers focused on building the youth in leadership and empowerment in the spheres of life. He has over 11 years of experience and expertise in elections management, education and research analysis. He is a community organizer and a change maker.
Gboyega is the coordinator of the Not Too Young To Run movement in Oyo State. A movement that led the successful advocacy for the reduction of age limits for running for public office in the Nigerian constitution which its success has recorded the highest number of youth participation in Oyo State Politics. He has been involved in the development of policy documents on electoral reform, international development cooperation, constitution review, public governance and political inclusion. Through his consultancy with YIAGA AFRICA, he has also been involved in strategic policy advice to parliamentary committees, electoral commissions, political parties, civil society organizations and academic institutions. Gboyega was Oyo state Focal Point in one of Nigeria’s largest citizens’ movement on electoral integrity, Watching The Vote. Watching The Vote is a citizen-led election observation initiative promoting electoral integrity using technology and data. He has been involved in Election Observation within and Outside Nigeria.
Over the last 12 years, Gboyega has been involved in the development of many organization and provided support for establishment that are youth-led. He has participated in many Radio and Television interviews on germane issues that focus on youth leadership, public opinion and sustainable development. A graduate of the Nigeria’s premier University of Ibadan with Masters of Science in Humanitarian and Refugee Studies at the Centre for Peace and Conflict studies. He has also developed interest in cultural studies, trends in democracy, youth development and Information and Communication technology. He is a member International Society of Cultural History (ISCH). All-Nigeria United Nations Students and Youth and many more.
He has a publication on the role of Religious institution in Post Conflict reconstruction in Jos Nigeria. This Paper has fetched him an avenue to attend conferences in both South Africa and The United Kingdom. He has an international publication the York University, UK.
YCID Story & Legacy
YoungCare Initiative for Development (YCID) is a registered youth-led non-profit organisation based in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria that is dedicated to empowering, developing and advocating for young people’s involvement and citizens’ led development in public spaces through trainings and research.
Our Mission
Our Mission is to advocate sustainable democracy, development and accountability and capacity building.
Our Vision
Our Vision is to promote youth inclusion by empowering youths on requisite knowledge for sustainable development.
Our Core Values
The fundamental principles that guide our daily advocacy work, local partnerships, and community development.
Integrity
We run all advocacy and governance research with strict honesty and moral principles.
Inclusion
We believe in active representation for all youths, regardless of background, gender, or status.
Accountability
We answer to the community, partners, and the public for our projects, budgets, and findings.
Transparency
We make our processes, data collections, and policy recommendations accessible and visible to all.
Excellence
We strive for the highest quality of research, program implementation, and training frameworks.
Teamwork
We work hand-in-hand with partners, local coordinators, and volunteers to achieve civic goals.
Innovation
We create new advocacy channels, leverage modern tech, and pioneer creative civic education.
Our Timeline
Explore how YoungCare Initiative grew from a local idea into a registered advocacy force in Ibadan, Nigeria.
Project Idea
Early conversations around youth leadership, civic participation and community engagement.
Project Idea
Early conversations around youth leadership, civic participation and community engagement.
Business Conception
Program structure refined around development, empowerment and advocacy.
Business Conception
Program structure refined around development, empowerment and advocacy.
Legal Review
Governance, registration and compliance foundations strengthened.
Legal Review
Governance, registration and compliance foundations strengthened.
Infrastructure Design
Partnerships, training models and volunteer structures developed.
Infrastructure Design
Partnerships, training models and volunteer structures developed.
Company Established
Broader civic engagement and community support expanded with formal registration CAC/IT/NO 145334.
Company Established
Broader civic engagement and community support expanded with formal registration CAC/IT/NO 145334.
What People Say About YCI
Read reports and statements from community leaders, participants, volunteers, and partner organizations.
"Young Care Initiative opened doors I never thought possible. Through their leadership training and mentorship programs, I gained the confidence and skills to start my own business. They provided a support system that has been crucial to my growth, and I’m forever grateful for the opportunities they’ve given me."
Adeola S.
Program Participant
"My son has always struggled to find direction, but after joining Young Care Initiative, I’ve seen a remarkable change in his attitude and aspirations. The programs here don’t just teach skills; they build character, and it’s evident in how much my child has grown. This initiative is truly empowering the next generation."
Bayo A.
Parent
"Volunteering with Young Care Initiative has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. The dedication and passion of the team are inspiring, and seeing the tangible impact on the youths we work with is incredibly fulfilling. This organization is making a real difference in the lives of young people."
Chika M.
Volunteer
"Collaborating with Young Care Initiative has been an absolute pleasure. Their commitment to youth development is unparalleled, and their programs are thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of the communities they serve. We’ve seen firsthand how they create real opportunities for young people to thrive."
Funmi O.
Partner Organisation
"Young Care Initiative opened doors I never thought possible. Through their leadership training and mentorship programs, I gained the confidence and skills to start my own business. They provided a support system that has been crucial to my growth, and I’m forever grateful for the opportunities they’ve given me."
Adeola S.
Program Participant
"My son has always struggled to find direction, but after joining Young Care Initiative, I’ve seen a remarkable change in his attitude and aspirations. The programs here don’t just teach skills; they build character, and it’s evident in how much my child has grown. This initiative is truly empowering the next generation."
Bayo A.
Parent
"Volunteering with Young Care Initiative has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. The dedication and passion of the team are inspiring, and seeing the tangible impact on the youths we work with is incredibly fulfilling. This organization is making a real difference in the lives of young people."
Chika M.
Volunteer
"Collaborating with Young Care Initiative has been an absolute pleasure. Their commitment to youth development is unparalleled, and their programs are thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of the communities they serve. We’ve seen firsthand how they create real opportunities for young people to thrive."
Funmi O.
Partner Organisation