Frequently asked questions
Find answers to common questions about the Mikaelson Initiative, our ecosystem, our mission, and how to walk with us.
The Mikaelson Initiative is a youth and community development non-profit headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. We are dedicated to building the habits, knowledge, communities, and capacity behind the people who will build what Africa becomes.
Born from our founder's personal journey to overcome procrastination and a lack of structure, we build practical systems for human development, education, technology, and African scholarship that help students grow as leaders and keep each other going.
- Innovation: Crafting practical solutions for real African challenges
- Community collaboration: Fostering peer accountability and collective progress
- Sustainability: Developing long-term habits and enduring institutions
- Integrity: Upholding safety, ethical standards, and transparency
- Empowerment: Putting resources and mentors directly beside young people
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