Every journey has a first step. For me, that step was May 10, 2024. Figure 1: Photo from X, Unilag YouthMappers Chapter, 2024. I didn't document the day then (I didn't even keep a diary at the time), but looking back, that was the day I was inducted as a YouthMapper. The session, led by the then-president and now Regional Ambassador, Iyanu Gbiri was engaging and eye-opening. Still, at that point in my life, my focus was elsewhere. I was deeply caught up in the chase for finan

Introduction Every September, the world comes together under one movement: World Cleanup Day — a day where millions of people in over 150 countries unite to fight waste and protect the environment. For us at YouthMappers, Gombe State University (GSU), Nigeria, 2025 was another chance to stand tall as part of this global effort. On Saturday, September 20, 2025, our chapter joined hands with the global YouthMappers community and the world at large to make a difference in our ci

Acknowledgement: This post was delayed in publication and may contain outdated information. We appreciate your understanding. Returning with Purpose After being selected as a YouthMappers representative from Nigeria to attend the prestigious 2024 YouthMappers Leadership Fellowship Summit in Thailand, I returned home with renewed drive and passion to document my experience and inspire others. The summit was not merely an event; it was a transformative experience. Surrounded by

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