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Nigeria’s rural communities are endowed with young men and women who constitute over 32 percent of rural population. It has been a major problem to retain this

To achieve our aims and goals, ACRYE offers some programmes in response to the critical empowerment needs of young men and women based in the rural

We understand that we cannot do it alone, that is why we encourage individuals, reputed institutions and government agencies to partner with us in empowering

ACRYE has in place some strategies that are being used to realize the Centre’s objectives. They include

Our Mission

The African Centre for Rural Youth Empowerment (ACRYE) is a holistic development initiative for creating opportunities for young men and women residing in rural communities of Nigeria by empowering them for a decent livelihood, through a group-oriented capacity building, skill development and entrepreneurial endeavors

Welcome to the official website of The African Centre for Rural Youth Empowerment (ACRYE).

The African Centre for Rural Youth Empowerment focuses on empowering the youths living in rural areas as Nigeria’s rural communities are endowed with youth (that is, young men and women between 13 and 30 years of age, who constitute over 32 percent of rural population.
It has been a major problem to retain this potent force in the rural areas as they continue to migrate to urban centers hoping for a better life, which is not usually attainable read more...

The African Centre for Rural Youth Empowerment (ACRYE) was conceived and presented by Dr. Dixon Olutade Torimiro as his country’s action programme during his participation at the German Government/FAO’s sponsored 21st International Rural Youth Leaders Training Workshop held in the Bavarian Farmers’ Union Centre, Herrsching, Germany between June and July, 2002 read more...

ACRYE's Operational Strategies

Institutional<br />
Affiliation<br />
and Linkages

ACRYE's CORE PROGRAMMES

Talents and Entrepreneurship Development (TED)
Apprenticeship Support (AS)
Small Business Support Scheme (SBSS)
Skills Acquisition Training (SAT)
Scholarship Awards (SA)
Partnerships and Fellowships (PF)
Guardian and Counseling (G&C)

ACRYE NEWS

ACRYE FOUNDER HONOURS
Posted on: Friday, April 15, 2011 - 11:05

Recently Dr. Dixon Olutade Torimiro's contribution to child and youth development in rural communities was recognized by the Nigeria Association...