Help Young People Thrive, Lead, and Transform Their World

SOARi (Shaping Outstanding and Accountable Rising Leaders Initiative) is a youth-focused initiative committed to empowering young people to thrive personally and professionally, develop relevant skills, and lead meaningful transformation in their communities and beyond.

We believe that when young people are equipped with clarity, capacity, and support, they become powerful agents of change — not just for themselves, but for society.

As a SOARi volunteer, you don’t just support programs. You help build systems that enable young people to thrive.

Why SOARi Exists

Across Africa and beyond, many young people are full of potential but face real challenges — lack of direction, limited access to opportunity, skills gaps, and unclear pathways for growth and leadership.

Our Mission

To empower young people to thrive personally and professionally by equipping them with purpose, skills, leadership capacity, and access to opportunities — enabling them to lead transformation in their lives, communities, and the world.

Our Vision

A generation of outstanding and accountable rising leaders who are equipped to navigate life, lead with purpose, and transform society.

SOARi is not just another youth program. We are intentional about how we work and what we build.

  • A clear structure for volunteers, teams, and responsibilities
  • Purpose-driven programs focused on real life transitions
  • A learning-by-doing environment that values growth and accountability
  • A strong culture of excellence, collaboration, and service
  • Continuous learning from past experiences to build better systems

We are building sustainably — with people who believe in the vision and are committed to meaningful impact.

Volunteering with SOARi is both a service opportunity and a growth journey.

As a SOARi volunteer, you will:

  • Contribute to meaningful youth empowerment work
  • Gain hands-on experience in a purpose-driven organization
  • Develop practical skills relevant to your personal and professional growth
  • Work with a passionate and values-aligned team
  • Be part of something growing from the ground up

We believe in mutual value — creating impact while helping our volunteers grow.

We are looking for people who:

  • Believe in the potential of young people
  • Are passionate about purpose, growth, and impact
  • Are willing to learn, contribute, and collaborate
  • Can commit time consistently, even if limited
  • Value structure, accountability, and teamwork

You do not need to have everything figured out — just a willingness to grow and serve.

Volunteer Pathways

Your application will help us understand where your skills and interests best fit. SOARi volunteers contribute across different units and projects, including but not limited to:

Why SOARi Exists

Across Africa and beyond, many young people are full of potential but face real challenges — lack of direction, limited access to opportunity, skills gaps, and unclear pathways for growth and leadership.

SOARi exists to bridge this gap.

We are building intentional systems that support young people as they navigate life transitions — from education to career, from uncertainty to purpose, and from potential to impact. Our work focuses on empowering youth with the mindset, skills, leadership capacity, and support they need to live meaningful, productive, and impactful lives.

Our Mission

To empower young people to thrive personally and professionally by equipping them with purpose, skills, leadership capacity, and access to opportunities — enabling them to lead transformation in their lives, communities, and the world.

Our Vision

A generation of outstanding and accountable rising leaders who are equipped to navigate life, lead with purpose, and transform society.

What Makes SOARi Different

SOARi is not just another youth program. We are intentional about how we work and what we build.

  • A clear structure for volunteers, teams, and responsibilities
  • Purpose-driven programs focused on real life transitions
  • A learning-by-doing environment that values growth and accountability
  • A strong culture of excellence, collaboration, and service
  • Continuous learning from past experiences to build better systems

We are building sustainably — with people who believe in the vision and are committed to meaningful impact.

Why Volunteer with SOARi?

Volunteering with SOARi is both a service opportunity and a growth journey.

As a SOARi volunteer, you will:

  • Contribute to meaningful youth empowerment work
  • Gain hands-on experience in a purpose-driven organization
  • Develop practical skills relevant to your personal and professional growth
  • Work with a passionate and values-aligned team
  • Be part of something growing from the ground up

We believe in mutual value — creating impact while helping our volunteers grow.

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for people who:

  • Believe in the potential of young people
  • Are passionate about purpose, growth, and impact
  • Are willing to learn, contribute, and collaborate
  • Can commit time consistently, even if limited
  • Value structure, accountability, and teamwork

You do not need to have everything figured out — just a willingness to grow and serve.

Volunteer Pathways

SOARi volunteers contribute across different units and projects, including but not limited to:

  • Programmes and Project Management
  • Communication and Media
  • Advocacy and Partnerships
  • Research, Policy, and Data
  • Operations and Administration
  • IT and Digital Systems

Your application will help us understand where your skills and interests best fit.

A Note from the Founder

SOARi was born from learning, experimentation, and a deep belief in the power of young people. We are building intentionally — learning from the past, improving our systems, and committing to excellence in how we serve.

If this vision resonates with you and you would like to contribute to building something meaningful, I would be honoured to have you join us on this journey.

– Joshua Olawyi

Founder, SOARi Africa

Ready to Join Us?

If you feel aligned with our mission and would like to volunteer with SOARi, we invite you to apply below.

The application will help us understand your interests, strengths, and how you can best contribute to the team.

👉 Apply to Volunteer with SOARi

Together, we rise.

SOARi — Thrive. Lead. Transform.

Ready to Join Us?

If you feel aligned with our mission and would like to volunteer with SOARi, we invite you to apply below.

The application will help us understand your interests, strengths, and how you can best contribute to the team.

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