The Ignite Youth Empowerment, an Initiative of the Obuobia Foundation hosted its Annual Thanksgiving Ceremony under the theme, “Elevation: Celebration of God’s Goodness.” at the Pearly Gates Garden, on 5th January 2025.
The event showcased the transformative power of mentorship, with mentees taking the stage to share how Ignite has positively shaped their lives and their aspirations for the coming year.
The founder, Obuobia Darko-Opoku, shared the pride that clouded her, witnessing how her mentees delivered. “As I sat and watched my brilliant mentees step onto the stage, one after the other, to share how Ignite has impacted their lives, I couldn’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of pride. Hearing their stories, their New Year resolutions, and witnessing their growth reminded me of the incredible power of mentorship,” she said
She further disclosed to her mentees how their growth reinforces the non-negotiable importance of mentorship, which spurs many on. “Your stories and transformations are a testament to the power of mentorship and faith. You are the heartbeat of Ignite, and your journeys inspire us to keep moving forward,” she said.
She also extended heartfelt gratitude to the guests for their unwavering encouragement and support, which she described as pivotal in advancing the Initiative’s mission.
The ceremony concluded with renewed commitments to empower young women to rise and thrive. Obuobia thanked all attendees for joining in the celebration, emphasizing the importance of collective effort in driving sustainable impact. With “Elevation” as the guiding theme, the Ignite Youth Empowerment Initiative is poised for another year of growth and celebrating God’s goodness.
IGNITE Youth Empowerment Initiative was founded by Obuobia Darko-Opoku in 2022 in response to the need to develop a mentorship program targeting young Ghanaian women, focusing on building a great networking opportunity for them.
The Initiative managed under the Obuobia Foundation, seeks to ENGAGE young women, EMPOWER them with the requisite all-round skills and EMBOLDEN them to go out there and bring about change within their communities. Its goal is to build that critical cadre of young women who will lead change, build communities, and champion progress in all sectors of their lives.