SDG Alignment

Our Alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SELI’s mission, vision, and programmes directly contribute to global development priorities as outlined in the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Our work aligns with the following goals:

SDG 4: Quality Education

We strengthen access to quality, inclusive education through playful learning, libraries, literacy programmes, teacher training, consulting, and youth development, ensuring children attend, remain, and thrive in school.

SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being

Through youth guidance, life skills, and informed decision-making programmes, we help children and young people adopt healthier choices that support their emotional, social, and overall well-being.

SDG 5: Gender Equality

Our programmes promote equity and ensure that girls and boys have equal opportunities to learn, develop leadership skills, access resources, and receive mentorship.

SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

Our programmes promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, ensuring that we fully prepare young people for full and productive employment and decent work for all.

SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities

We provide learning resources, scholarships, and support to underserved communities across Northern Nigeria, ensuring that no child or young person is left behind due to socioeconomic barriers.

SDG 13: Climate Action

Some of our projects ensure we take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

We work collaboratively with schools, parents, communities, NGOs, and development partners to drive sustainable education solutions and community-driven transformation.

Impact Stats

Our vision is a Nigeria where every child and young person has access to quality education, joyful play and learning, and life-shaping opportunities that support school attendance, retention, and overall development, unlocking their full potential. We aspire to nurture confident, compassionate young leaders who transform their communities and inspire positive change across Nigeria and beyond.