Our Programs

Our PROGRAMS

WordPlay Literacy Program

The WordPlay Literacy Program, a De-YELF initiative, harnesses the power of games like Scrabble to promote literacy development among Nigeria’s youth. Through innovative methods, we aim to enhance vocabulary, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills while making learning enjoyable. Our program engages students across schools, providing opportunities for them to develop essential language skills in a fun and interactive environment.

De-YELF Cup

The DEYELF CUP is a football competition bringing together football teams to raise awareness against societal ills such as drug abuse. The event combines sports with educational seminars on drug abuse, promoting leadership, critical thinking, and environmental consciousness among youth.

Past Events

WordPlay Literacy Program

Theme:- Scrabble: A tool for Literacy Development

Inaugurating Scrabble Wordplay Fellows in Secondary Schools in Ibadan on 21st May 2025

To boost literacy, critical thinking, and cognitive agility of young students across the curriculum, Scrabble Wordplay Fellows (active NYSC members) were inaugurated in secondary schools. These leaders mentor the students, run word-labs, and help the students weave strategic vocabulary play into everyday learning.

Cross-section of secondary school students and Scrabble WordPlay Fellows at the WordPlay Flagship Event

The WordPlay Flagship Event showcased a multi-tier Scrabble exposition as a tool for literacy development alongside interactive word-labs and teacher clinics, and culminated in the inauguration of Scrabble Wordplay Fellows—thereby helping to accelerate literacy and critical thinking across participating schools.

Teaching Scrabble skills to students at the WordPlay Flagship Event

With the event themed “Scrabble: A Tool for Literacy Development“, we set out to use scrabble wordplay to unlock creativity, sharpen critical thinking, and foster essential life skills that extend beyond the classroom

DE-YELF CUP 2025

Theme:- War Against Drug Abuse

Cross-section of organizers and coaches at the Flag Off Event on 13th September 2025

De-YELF flagged off its maiden Football Competition themed “Drug Abuse Prevention through the Lens of Youth Empowerment and Community Engagements”, uniting youth, coaches, and community members to promote healthy living, social responsibility, and a drug-free future

A representative of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) educating the players and coaches on the dangers of drug abuse

At the De-YELF Football Competition, a representative of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) delivered an enlightening seminar on the dangers of drug abuse, highlighting its devastating effects on health, life, and career, and urging youths to embrace positive choices that safeguard their future and empower their communities.

Bridging reliable partnership for effective outcome: DE-YELF & NDLEA

DE-YELF’s Team Lead presenting the event’s branded vest to the NDLEA representative to mark the beginning of DE-YELF’s anti-drug abuse advocacy.

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