Our work

Our programs

Education, youth leadership and well-being; built with the schools and communities we serve.

01 · Education & Opportunity

Education & Opportunity

Practical support for young people’s education and the confidence to pursue their next opportunity.

Students at the Purple Tie essay writing competition

Rural Youth Scholarship

Annual scholarships for Grade 12 students in Strathcona County who demonstrate social justice and community leadership. The annual application period runs from January to March, with awards presented in April.

Scholarship details

Essay writing & debate

Annual competitions bring together students from more than 20 government secondary schools in Akwa Ibom State. Students develop their ideas, write and speak in front of peers, educators and community members.

Our work in Akwa Ibom State

02 · Youth Leadership & Community

Youth Leadership
& Community

Opportunities for young people to understand the issues around them and take an active role in their communities.

School outreach

Anti-racism and mental health workshops for students in Grades 7–9. Sessions help students recognize bias, speak up and support one another.

Youth leadership forums

Forums and community events give young people space to share their perspectives and learn from others.

Purple Tie Change Lab

Young people explore a community concern, gather evidence and develop a response through five stages.

NOTICE → PROVE → CREATE → ACT → ACCOUNT

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03 · Well-being & Belonging

Well-being
& Belonging

Mental wellness workshops

In-class presentations developed with guidance counsellors share health education and resources that support young people’s well-being.

Cultural awareness

Youth leadership forums and cultural events encourage understanding and appreciation of different cultures.

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Cultural performance at a Purple Tie community event

Schools · Community · Supporters

Partner with
Purple Tie.

Work with us to bring education, leadership and opportunity to young people in the communities we serve.

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