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About Us

Who We Are

Our team of dedicated change-makers focused on empowering children, Women and Girls , and through education, healthcare support, and economic opportunities ensuring no one is left behind.

Our Vision

We envision a future where women and girls are empowered, education is accessible to all, and communities are free from poverty, inequality, and discrimination—creating lasting opportunities for sustainable development.

Our Mission


CNEDA empowers women, girls, and underserved communities through education, health promotion, skills development, and economic empowerment, fostering resilience, self-reliance, and sustainable development for lasting positive change.

Education & Capacity Building

Education is a fundamental human right, yet millions of children still face barriers to learning. Through our Education & Capacity Building Program and the Regina-Martins Education Fund, we provide educational support, school essentials, and learning opportunities that help vulnerable children stay in school, develop essential skills, and build brighter futures.

Call To Action
Skills Training & Economic Empowerment

Skills Training & Economic Empowerment

We empower girls and women with practical vocational and entrepreneurial skills to build confidence, earn sustainable incomes, and create brighter futures for themselves and their communities.

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sexual and reproductive help rights

CNEDA promotes sexual and reproductive health and rights through education, menstrual health initiatives, and community outreach, empowering girls and women with the knowledge and support to make informed decisions and live healthy, dignified lives.e this space to add a short description. It gives enough info to earn a click.

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Why Cho Ngafor Empowerment and Development Association?


Recognizing the need to continue his vision and expand its impact, the Cho Ngafor Foundation was established in 2012. In 2014, the organization formally opened its doors to the public and later evolved into the Cho Ngafor Empowerment and Development Association (CNEDA), reflecting a broader commitment to community empowerment and sustainable development.

Our Growth
What began as a commitment to supporting children’s education has grown into a comprehensive community development organization working to address the interconnected challenges faced by women, girls, children, and underserved communities.
Over the years, CNEDA recognized that educational success is influenced by many factors beyond the classroom. Girls missing school due to menstruation, families struggling with poverty, youth lacking employable skills, and communities facing health challenges all required holistic solutions.
As a result, CNEDA expanded its work into four key areas:

Ways to be part of our projects

Be part of the change by partnering with us, volunteering, donating, or supporting our projects to create lasting impact in our communitie