ABOUT WLVNA

ABOUT US

Warri Leaders Vanguard North America (WLVNA), is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering underserved women, preserving Itsekiri culture, and building community across generations and borders. As the U.S. affiliate of Warri Ladies Vanguard (WLV), headquartered in Warri, Nigeria, WLVNA is part of the global network which pans Warri, Benin, Lagos, Sapele, Ibadan, Port Harcourt, Kaduna, Abuja, Asaba, North America, and the United Kingdom, All of them are united by a shared commitment to empowerment, heritage, and community upliftment.

Empowering Women Through Skills

Our Skills Development Acquisition Program equips young Itsekiri women with practical life skills—sewing, culinary arts, computer literacy, teacher preparation, and more. Each graduate receives startup tools and mentorship to launch her own business. We’re currently working with our third cohort and continue to support alumni as they grow and give back.

WLVNA messaging pillars

🌍 Messaging Pillars in Action

Pillar Expression Example

Empowerment Training slogans: “Skills for life, strength for tomorrow.”

Heritage Language campaigns: “Teach Itsekiri, live Itsekiri.”

Community Gala messaging: “Together we rise, together we shine.”

Global Unity Outreach: “From Warri to the world.”

Health Wellness initiatives: “Healthy women, thriving communities.”

Some Members at WLVNA 3rd Anniversary celebration.

Preserving Language & Culture

Through our Teach Itsekiri Program, we’re sponsoring 10 students from the Itsekiri Language Department at the College of Education, Warri. These future educators are committed to teaching the language after completing their three-year program. This initiative is growing and poised for expansion.

Our Vision

At WLVNA, we believe that education, cultural preservation, and health advocacy are powerful tools for breaking cycles of poverty and building sustainable futures. Every program we launch is rooted in purpose, driven by community, and inspired by the legacy we’re creating together.

🌟 Mission Statement

Warri Ladies Vanguard North America (WLVNA) exists to empower women and girls through education, cultural preservation, and community health initiatives. We are committed to uplifting underserved communities, celebrating Itsekiri heritage, and fostering a legacy of leadership, resilience, and social responsibility across generations and borders.

🌍 What WLVNA Represents

Core Identity: WLVNA is the North American affiliate of Warri Ladies’ Vanguard (WLV), originally founded in Warri, Nigeria in 1958 by pioneering Itsekiri women.
Brand Essence: The organization’s brand is built around empowerment, heritage, and community upliftment. Their motto, inherited from the parent body, is “Service to the Nation.”
Mission: They focus on uplifting underserved women, celebrating Itsekiri heritage, and promoting wellness through training, cultural events, and advocacy.

✨ Brand Values

Empowerment: Skills development programs in sewing, culinary arts, computer literacy, and teacher preparation equip women to launch businesses and become self-sufficient.
Culture: WLVNA actively preserves and promotes the Itsekiri language and traditions, including initiatives like Teach Itsekiri.
Community: Their events, fundraising, and outreach emphasize unity, resilience, and pride in heritage.

📌 Brand Presence

Global Network: WLVNA is part of a larger WLV network spanning Nigeria, North America, and the UK.
Visual Identity: Their communications highlight vibrant cultural motifs, empowerment slogans, and celebratory imagery that reinforce their mission.

Programs & Events: From anniversary galas to fashion design classes, their activities showcase creativity, culture, and confidence.