Positioning Nigerian Youth for Legislative and Policy Impact
YIPF empowers young Nigerians to lead, legislate, and shape democratic outcomes through structured political engagement.
Youth. Policy. Governance.
YIPF equips young Nigerians to take informed, active roles in legislative and public policy spaces—through training, advocacy, and direct engagement.
About YIPF
Empowering Youth Through Governance Advocacy
The Youth in Parliament Forum (YIPF) is a non-partisan platform supporting young Nigerians in understanding, engaging with, and influencing the legislative process. We foster civic leadership through hands-on training, peer collaboration, and dialogue with public officials.
Our Why
Why We Exist
We exist because political participation in Nigeria has too often excluded the very demographic that makes up the majority of its population: young people.
While youth are frequently used as campaign tools or mobilization assets, they are rarely given the knowledge, access, or preparation needed to participate meaningfully in governance.
We believe this gap is not accidental—it’s systemic. And fixing it requires more than temporary youth inclusion or symbolic appointments. It demands deliberate investment in youth capacity, consistent exposure to public institutions, and long-term programs that develop legislative fluency, civic discipline, and political confidence.
YIPF was founded to do exactly that: to equip young Nigerians not only to demand change, but to help design and deliver it from inside government structures—ethically, intelligently, and with lasting impact.
what we do
Our Core Pillars
At YIPF, our work is built around one mission: bridging the gap between young Nigerians and the governance structures that shape their future.
We focus on giving young people not just a seat at the table, but the tools, language, and confidence to use that seat well. Our programs are designed to deepen youth understanding of public institutions, improve their capacity for legislative engagement, and strengthen their readiness to lead or support policymaking efforts.
Whether it’s through hands-on education, direct mentorship, or policy development exercises, every pillar of our work is rooted in practice, not theory.
We don’t just talk about civic engagement, we show young Nigerians how to do the work, with integrity and clarity.
Our Impact
Tracking Youth Impact in Governance
Young Leaders Trained
Civic Education Sessions Delivered
States Reached
Policy Proposals Reviewed or Drafted
PROGRAMS
Our Programs
Our programs are designed to move young Nigerians from political awareness to active, informed participation in governance.
LEADERSHIP FORGE PODCAST
The bi-weekly Leadership Forge podcast is a valuable resource for anyone looking to strengthen their leadership capabilities.
YIPF ELECTION WATCH
- Voters education
- Election monitoring and observation
- Election Analysis
- Civic education
- Capacity building for electoral stakeholders
SECURITY WATCH
Leadership Essentials Series: A three-part series covering leadership at large, making everyone a leader, and the relationship between culture and leadership.
The episodes are relatively short, ranging from 20 to 30 minutes, making them easy to fit into a busy schedule.
LEADERSHIP FORGE MASTERCLASS
The Leadership Forge Academy is the training institute of YIPF. We offer a wide range of courses for different audiences, including current legislators, political aspirants, or even those who simply wish to learn more about governance in Nigeria.
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