OUR PROJECTS
2023 SKILLS RECIPIENTS
WE WILL FOREVER CELEBRATE OUR INNAUGURAL CLASS! RECIPIENTS OF OUR 2023 CLASS
ITSEKIRI LANGUAGE RECIPIENTS
'TEACH ITSEKIRI', TRAINS ITSEKIRI NCE STUDENTS TEACH THE LANGUAGE UPON GRADUATION.
SKILLS INITIATIVE 2025 CLASS
"THE CLASS COMMENCED IN JULY 2025; THE RECIPIENTS INCLUDES TWELVE WOMEN AND MARKS THE INCLUSION OF THE FIRST MALE PARTICIPANT IN THE PROGRAM’S HISTORY."
🌺 About WLVNA
Warri Ladies Vanguard North America (WLVNA) is the North American affiliate of Warri Ladies Vanguard (WLV), headquartered in Warri, Nigeria. Our global sisterhood spans across Warri, Benin, Lagos, Sapele, Ibadan, Port Harcourt, Kaduna, Abuja, Asaba, North America, and the United Kingdom—united by a shared commitment to empowerment, heritage, and community upliftment.
💼 Empowering Women Through Skills
In just three years, WLVNA has made remarkable strides in supporting underserved women and preserving cultural identity.
Our Skills Development Acquisition Program equips young Itsekiri women with practical life skills such as:
- Sewing & Fashion Design
- Culinary Arts
- Computer Literacy
- Teacher Preparation
Each graduate receives startup tools and mentorship to launch their own business. We proudly support our third cohort and continue to follow up with alumni—encouraging them to grow and give back.
📚 Preserving Language & Culture
Earlier this year, we launched the Teach Itsekiri Program, a groundbreaking initiative to revitalize the Itsekiri language.
We are currently sponsoring 10 NCE students from the Itsekiri Language Department at the College of Education, Warri. These future educators are committed to teaching the language upon completing their three-year program. Expansion plans are already underway.
❤️ Promoting Health & Wellness
Through partnerships with Itsekiri medical professionals in the Warri region, we’ve launched our Health Initiative Program—focused on community wellness and access to care.
We are preparing to host a landmark Health Summit in early 2026, bringing together experts, advocates, and families to promote holistic health solutions.
🌱 Our Vision
At WLVNA, we believe that education, cultural preservation, and health advocacy are powerful tools for breaking cycles of poverty and fostering sustainable development. Every program we launch is rooted in purpose, driven by community, and inspired by the legacy we are building together.
💖 Our Core Values
Empowerment
We believe in equipping women and girls with the skills, confidence, and opportunities to lead, create, and uplift others.
Cultural Pride
We honor and preserve the rich traditions of the Itsekiri people, celebrating our language, stories, and identity with every initiative.
Community Service
We are committed to serving with compassion, integrity, and purpose—responding to the needs of our communities both locally and globally.
Education
We champion lifelong learning as a pathway to independence, leadership, and sustainable development.
Health Advocacy
We promote access to wellness resources and partnerships that support physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
Legacy Building
We strive to create lasting impact through mentorship, storytelling, and intergenerational collaboration.
🌟 Vision Statement
To build a legacy of empowered women and thriving communities by advancing education, preserving cultural heritage, and promoting holistic well-being across generations and borders.
