OUR PROGRAMS
Youth Development Programs Creating Real Opportunities
Our programs combine education, sport, advocacy, leadership and sustainable development to help young people learn, participate and lead.
LITERACY & CRITICAL THINKING
WordPlay Literacy Program
WordPlay uses Scrabble and interactive learning to strengthen vocabulary, literacy, critical thinking, strategic reasoning and problem-solving among young people.
The program makes learning active and enjoyable while helping students build confidence with language and ideas.
SPORT + ADVOCACY
De-YELF Cup
The De-YELF Cup combines football with youth development and social advocacy. The initiative promotes teamwork, discipline and healthy choices while creating space for conversations about drug abuse and other challenges affecting young people.
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
SUSDEV
SUSDEV helps young people understand the Sustainable Development Goals, connect them to real community challenges and develop practical responses through leadership, creativity and collaboration.
EDUCATION & CRITICAL THINKING
Inter-School Debate Competition
In partnership with GiftedBrain Academy, the Inter-School Debate Competition creates a platform for young students to develop public speaking, critical thinking and intellectual confidence. The 2026 edition brought together more than 40 schools in Abeokuta, with eight schools advancing to the grand finale themed “Education by 2030.”
Interested in Working With De-YELF?
We welcome collaboration with schools, institutions, government agencies, development organisations, businesses and individuals interested in meaningful youth development.