Episode 32: How this Global Youth Leader is transforming the Education Landscape in Nigeria

Stars, on this episode, from the lips of a young woman with a strong sense of direction and purpose, we listen to a timeless dose of wisdom.

Aramide, the 21-year-old founder of Talent Mind Academy, shares her strategy of rapid advancement in life. She gives us a sneak peek into her life, “I live by a mantra: my words must be salted with grace. If I speak, it has to communicate hope, strength and inspiration. 03:36

The young heroine, who has been recognized by Malala and Global Partnership for Education as one of the ten outstanding youths transforming education across the globe, discloses that her faith is the reason for her exploits.

Key highlights of the episode:

Her insights on Purpose. “I don’t want to join the struggle; just let me know my path” 07:30

How Teaching Developed from a Childhood Interest to her Life’s Purpose 08:06

The National Disgrace of unqualified teachers that burdened her to start a school 11:00

Aramide’s understanding of informal education will awaken something in you. 24:25

She reveals an important tenet of her progress in life, “If you find somebody who is doing what you want to do or is living the kind of life that you want for yourself: lean in, lean in, lean in. 50:00

Her honed practices of living out her faith, personal development and journaling. 41:48

Aramide Akintimehin is the founder of Talent Mine Academy; a free school for children that cannot afford quality education in Nigeria. Having worked on local and international education projects that focus on expanding learning opportunities for marginalized children, she has been recognized by Malala and Global Partnerships for Education as one of the ten outstanding youths transforming education across the globe.

Aramide is a First-class Economics graduate of Covenant University and a graduate student of Harvard Graduate School of Education. She is the author of the ebook “20 lessons I learned at age 20." and she runs a mentorship program for female teenagers known as "Lady with a Difference". She hopes that one day, every child will access quality education irrespective of their socio-economic background.

Connect with Aramide on: Instagram: @aramideakinti. Twitter: @aramideakinti_. LinkedIn: Aramide Akintimehin

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