Our Work
Stories of impact, partnerships, and progress across our programs.
Women’s Cooperative: Economic Empowerment Through Shea Butter Production
Baobab Learning Center supported the creation of a women-led shea butter cooperative to expand economic opportunity and strengthen household livelihoods. As part of this initiative, BLC built two mills for Read More
Radio Program for Environmental Education
Baobab Learning Center hosts a weekly radio program dedicated to environmental protection and sustainable agricultural practices. Each broadcast highlights a specific tree species, sharing its nutritional, medicinal, or health benefits, Read More
Youth Meetings & Leadership Development
Baobab Learning Center engages teens and young adults in meaningful service and leadership opportunities that strengthen both individual skills and community outcomes. Through meetings, volunteer roles, and hands-on projects, young Read More
Beou’s Story: Finding His Way Back to Learning
Beou was brought to Baobab Learning Center by his parents in 2016. During his first year, he struggled to adjust and repeatedly ran away to the bush and back to Read More
Doubahan’s Story: From Survival to Possibility
Doubahan—affectionately nicknamed "Miraculous" by Baobab Learning Center staff—came to the Center after fleeing domestic violence in her village. She had been living on the street and surviving as a small Read More
Security Awareness Conference
Baobab Learning Center organized a community awareness day focused on the rise of terrorism nationally and its specific impact on the region. The conference created a space for open dialogue Read More
Supporting Young Adults Through Vocational Pathways
Baobab Learning Center connects young adults with meaningful internships and vocational training opportunities that support long-term success. Following security incidents near the Center, BLC convened a summit for young adults Read More
Innovating Community Health Through Local Disinfectant Production
Baobab Learning Center was selected by researchers from Berkeley National Laboratory and graduate students at UC Berkeley to be trained in the assembly and use of the Electro-Clean machine—an innovative Read More
Solar Street Lighting Installation
Baobab Learning Center installed solar-powered street lights in four villages to improve safety and security for residents. The lighting enhanced visibility in shared spaces and along village paths, making it Read More
Our Impact
A snapshot of how our programs are supporting children, women, and young adults.
Children
Provided food, clothing, school supplies, tutoring, and skill-building activities. Additional children reached through community events.
Women
Trained in entrepreneurship, shea butter production, and supported through microfinance. Additional women reached through public programs.
Young Adults
Trained in job skills, citizenship, health, agriculture, and extremism prevention. Additional young adults reached through public forums.
Hundreds more children, women, and young adults are reached through community trainings in skills development, entrepreneurship, community safety, and environmental stewardship. Our radio program reaches thousands more.
