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The Kenule Saro-Wiwa Foundation (KSWF) was founded in 2017 to foster environmental sustainability by supporting a climate in which the management of natural resources, technological advancements, investment decisions and socio-economic development all work in harmony, fulfilling the needs and aspirations of the people of the Niger Delta in particular, and global south as a whole.
The KSWF anchors its operations on 6 thematic areas (programmes), namely; Literature and literacy, Artivism, Environment, Future economies, Tech and innovations, Partnership and collaborations.
Our projects includes Arts & cultural festivals, Artivism workshops and training, Tech hubs in Port Harcourt and Bane, Social Entrepreneurship workshops and seminars, Popular Political Education (PPE)
At the heart of the KSWF is the indelible mark that the works and sacrifices of Ken Saro-Wiwa imprinted on humanity. We institutionalize the memory; life, principles, ideologies, activism, works and legacies of Ken Saro-Wiwa. As a Foundation, we consider it a privileged-responsibility to encapsulate the martyrdom of Ken Saro-Wiwa.
We are committed to recreating the dynamism and multi-talented nature of Ken Saro-Wiwa; who successfully combined his interests in education, arts and theatre, literature, television production, business, and public administration to improve the quality of life in the oil producing region.
Our Vision
The KSWF envision a world where everyone has access to education, justice, and a clean environment.
Our Mission
We are committed to the advancement of justice for the underrepresented. We actively promote climate justice, and support programmes and projects to enhance quality education for underserved communities.
Principles
We value collective growth through philanthropic goals, Commitment to effective partnerships to meet community needs/goals, Vision and courage to inspire a vibrant future for indigenous communities,
Values
Values Transparency and accountability Gender equality and diversity Collaboration with partner Foundations, CSOs and research institution Diversity and inclusion Celebration of memories of historical leaders Fairness and justice Collective action and solidarity
Our Goals
- The promotion of active citizenry through increased participation in
- Environmental rights,
- Human Ecology & Sustainable livelihood,
- Public accountability,
- Transparent governance, and
- Peace building,
- The empowerment of indigenous groups through mass orientation programmes and projects.
- The education and empowerment of women in the following areas:
- Reproductive health,
- Skills development,
- Governance and leadership,
- Business and entrepreneurship, etc.
- The deployment of art and literature as tools for the promotion of democracy and good governance.
