The ‘AkarakA’ Origin
‘Akaraka‘ is a native word from West Africa Ibo language for Handprint and Destiny; as in “destiny is in our hands”, connotes personal ownership. Also, a play on “hand-in-hand”; as in the connectedness of our individual and collective destiny, that everyone needs a helping hand in their journey.
Our Mission
Help underprivileged young adults receive a higher education through the support of individuals and corporations.
FOUR SIMPLE STEPS
Eliminate poverty through education, one student at a time
Selection
We work with educational institutions and NGO’s to identify students from disadvantaged backgrounds who show great promise, but would struggle to stay in school. Selection criteria takes into account family income, enrolment in a recognized institution, and an interview process involving both the student and their immediate family.
Scholarships
A scholarship may cover; tuition fees for a formal classroom education including vocational studies, and/or non-tuition costs such as living expenses, books and materials.
Mentor & Inspire
We match our students with mentors from the corporate world for guidance through their academics and to impart life skills, employability skills and an awareness of social responsibility within the workplace and their community. We also invite speakers from diverse professional backgrounds to inspire our scholars to dream big.
Career Advisory
Students are encouraged to attend seminars run by our corporate volunteers with topics aimed at the transition to paid employment. Other programs include ‘career day’ exposure, internships and networking events – all thanks to our corporate partners.
FUND A STUDENT
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world”
– Nelson Mandela
Mardeanah Bte Matsah
Jerad Woon Jun Yang
HOW CAN YOU HELP
Eliminate poverty through education, one student at a time
THE IMPACT YOU MAKE – SUCCESS STORIES
Pedro is currently working at G.E. Origenes Consulting Engineers Makati City, Phillipines as an Engineer-Consultant after completing his bachelor’s degree...
Samuel is a polytechnic graduate who is currently serving the nation. He is very passionate about pursuing a career in finance and intends take up a degree...
Sychheng, is from Kompong Thom province, Cambodia, a successful graduate from ITC in Chemical Engineering and Food Technology largely due to AkarakA’s...