SOARi — Shaping Outstanding and Accountable Rising leaders initiative — is a youth-focused initiative equipping young people across Africa to thrive personally and professionally.
SOARi is a youth-focused initiative committed to equipping young people to thrive personally and professionally, so they can lead meaningful transformation in their lives, communities, and the world.
We empower youth through purpose discovery, skill development, mentorship, and leadership training — igniting their potential and positioning them to create lasting change. Every programme we run is built around one idea: young people don't just need opportunity, they need a clear path to lead with accountability and purpose.
That belief shapes how we work with the young people, institutions, and partners across Africa who make up the SOARi community.
Shaping Outstanding and Accountable Rising leaders initiative — a youth leadership initiative working across Africa.
To equip young people with the purpose, skills, and mentorship they need to thrive personally and professionally — and to lead meaningful transformation in their lives, communities, and the world.
An Africa where young people are inspired, empowered, and supported to become outstanding, accountable leaders — reaching 1 million young people across 10 African countries by 2030.
We move young people through a consistent framework — from first spark of purpose to lasting transformation.
Helping young people identify their strengths and direction before we ask them to lead.
Building practical, transferable skills alongside leadership training, not instead of it.
Pairing young people with guidance and accountability, so growth doesn't happen alone.
Leadership at SOARi is measured by follow-through, not just potential.
Every young leader we develop is expected to give back to their community and beyond.
Built to serve young people across Africa, not a single city or country.
Whether you want to volunteer, partner with us, or bring SOARi to your community — there's a place for you.
