HalHad foundation for empowerment and sustainable development

29/08/2026

KAURU, KADUNA: WE PROMISED TO COME BACK, AND WE DID.

Last year, we came to Kauru, Kaduna State, with a simple mission: to empower women and young people with practical skills that could create opportunities, strengthen livelihoods and give people the confidence to build something for themselves.

We trained women in tailoring, bag making, soap making, antiseptic production, air freshener production and other cleaning products, alongside practical lessons on financial literacy, marketing and how to position and sell their products.

Many of them came with nothing but the willingness to learn, and they left with knowledge, confidence and skills they could take home and turn into a livelihood.

Before the programme, we opened applications for our empowerment initiative, and over 200 people applied.

That number meant something to us.

It showed us the willingness to learn.
It showed us the desire to do more.
It showed us that people were ready for an opportunity to build something for themselves.

From those applications, we were able to train 20 women in tailoring and bag making, while 70 women were trained in soap making, antiseptic production, air fresheners and other cleaning products.

And the story did not end there.

On our return to Kauru this year, another 20 women were selected to continue their training through our newly established centre.

And we are not stopping there, because the applications and interest continue to come in.

But beyond the training, something else happened.

We listened.
We saw the needs of the community.
We visited their Primary Healthcare Centre and saw the condition it was in. The pharmacy was virtually empty, and the needs were overwhelming.

Standing there, we made a promise: We will come back.

Life happened. There were responsibilities, challenges and so many things competing for our attention. But a promise made to a community should not be forgotten simply because life gets busy.

So, from 25th–28th August 2026, by the grace of Allah, the HalHad Foundation team returned to Kauru.

And the welcome we received reminded us exactly why we had to come back.

The women were genuinely happy to see us again. They shared their experiences and gave us beautiful feedback about how much the training they received last year had helped them in their livelihoods.

Hearing that what we taught them had gone beyond the classroom, that the knowledge had become useful in their everyday lives and had contributed to their livelihoods, was one of the most rewarding parts of returning.

This time, we continued the empowerment journey.

The women received machines and resources to help them put their skills into practice and continue building sustainable livelihoods. We also supported the Primary Healthcare Centre with essential drugs to help replenish some of what was missing.

Was everything perfect? No.

One of our biggest challenges was finding a suitable training centre. The community needed a proper and conducive space where people could learn comfortably, but finding one was difficult. We eventually had to use an alternative space that was far from ideal.

But we chose not to let an imperfect environment stop the work.
Because sometimes, impact does not begin with perfect conditions.
Sometimes, you simply start with what you have And Kauru reminded us of that, Kauru should not be ignored.

Behind the challenges is a community filled with incredibly talented, hardworking and resilient people.

Women who want to work.
Young people who want opportunities.
Families who deserve better access to healthcare.
People who do not need pity, they need access, resources, opportunities, support and people willing to stand with them.

This programme may have ended, but the work has not. This is only the beginning.

We will continue to check in.
We will continue to listen.
We will continue to support where we can.
We will continue to connect them to opportunities.
And most importantly, we will continue to remind them that they have not been forgotten.

And today, I want to say a very special thank you to our Mama, our Founder, Halimat Sadiya Hadi

Even when her health was not at its strongest, she still showed up.

She could have chosen to stay back. She could have allowed the circumstances to become an excuse.
But she came.

She stood with the team.
She stood with the women.
She showed up for the community.

And sometimes, leadership is not about making grand speeches.

Sometimes, leadership is simply showing up when it is difficult to show up.

Thank you, Mama, for continuing to lead with compassion, courage and humanity.

And to our my incredible team, thank you.

Thank you for travelling.
Thank you for staying.
Thank you for pushing through the challenges.
Thank you for giving your time and energy.
Thank you for choosing humanity even when it was not convenient.

There is no success without collaboration.

There is no meaningful impact without people willing to give their time, resources, skills and hearts.

Thank you for coming out stronger.
Thank you for staying in Kaduna and doing this work.
Thank you for choosing humanity.
To the women of Kauru:

Keep going.
Keep learning.
Keep building.
Keep believing.
We promised to come back And we did.

But we are not done yet, Kauru, this is only the beginning.

With love,
HalHad Foundation

29/08/2026

KAURU, KADUNA: WE PROMISED TO COME BACK, AND WE DID.

Last year, we came to Kauru, Kaduna State, with a simple mission: to empower women and young people with practical skills that could create opportunities, strengthen livelihoods and give people the confidence to build something for themselves.

We trained women in tailoring, bag making, soap making, antiseptic production, air freshener production and other cleaning products, alongside practical lessons on financial literacy, marketing and how to position and sell their products.

Many of them came with nothing but the willingness to learn, and they left with knowledge, confidence and skills they could take home and turn into a livelihood.

Before the programme, we opened applications for our empowerment initiative, and over 200 people applied.

That number meant something to us.

It showed us the willingness to learn.
It showed us the desire to do more.
It showed us that people were ready for an opportunity to build something for themselves.

From those applications, we were able to train 20 women in tailoring and bag making, while 70 women were trained in soap making, antiseptic production, air fresheners and other cleaning products.

And the story did not end there.

On our return to Kauru this year, another 20 women were selected to continue their training through our newly established centre.

And we are not stopping there, because the applications and interest continue to come in.

But beyond the training, something else happened.

We listened.
We saw the needs of the community.
We visited their Primary Healthcare Centre and saw the condition it was in. The pharmacy was virtually empty, and the needs were overwhelming.

Standing there, we made a promise: We will come back.

Life happened. There were responsibilities, challenges and so many things competing for our attention. But a promise made to a community should not be forgotten simply because life gets busy.

So, from 25th–28th August 2026, by the grace of Allah, the HalHad Foundation team returned to Kauru.

And the welcome we received reminded us exactly why we had to come back.

The women were genuinely happy to see us again. They shared their experiences and gave us beautiful feedback about how much the training they received last year had helped them in their livelihoods.

Hearing that what we taught them had gone beyond the classroom, that the knowledge had become useful in their everyday lives and had contributed to their livelihoods, was one of the most rewarding parts of returning.

This time, we continued the empowerment journey.

The women received machines and resources to help them put their skills into practice and continue building sustainable livelihoods. We also supported the Primary Healthcare Centre with essential drugs to help replenish some of what was missing.

Was everything perfect?

No.

One of our biggest challenges was finding a suitable training centre. The community needed a proper and conducive space where people could learn comfortably, but finding one was difficult. We eventually had to use an alternative space that was far from ideal.

But we chose not to let an imperfect environment stop the work.

Because sometimes, impact does not begin with perfect conditions.
Sometimes, you simply start with what you have.

And Kauru reminded us of that, Kauru should not be ignored.

Behind the challenges is a community filled with incredibly talented, hardworking and resilient people.

Women who want to work.
Young people who want opportunities.
Families who deserve better access to healthcare.
People who do not need pity, they need access, resources, opportunities, support and people willing to stand with them.

This programme may have ended, but the work has not. This is only the beginning.

We will continue to check in.
We will continue to listen.
We will continue to support where we can.
We will continue to connect them to opportunities.
And most importantly, we will continue to remind them that they have not been forgotten.

And today, I want to say a very special thank you to our Mama, our Founder, Halimat Sadiya Hadi Amb Halimat sadiya hadi

Even when her health was not at its strongest, she still showed up.

She could have chosen to stay back. She could have allowed the circumstances to become an excuse.
But she came.

She stood with the team.
She stood with the women.
She showed up for the community.

And sometimes, leadership is not about making grand speeches.

Sometimes, leadership is simply showing up when it is difficult to show up.

Thank you, Mama, for continuing to lead with compassion, courage and humanity.

And to my incredible team, thank you.

Thank you for travelling.
Thank you for staying.
Thank you for pushing through the challenges.
Thank you for giving your time and energy.
Thank you for choosing humanity even when it was not convenient.

There is no success without collaboration.

There is no meaningful impact without people willing to give their time, resources, skills and hearts.

Thank you for coming out stronger.
Thank you for staying in Kaduna and doing this work.
Thank you for choosing humanity.
To the women of Kauru:

Keep going.
Keep learning.
Keep building.
Keep believing.

We promised to come back And we did.

But we are not done yet.

Kauru, this is only the beginning.

With love,
HalHad Foundation

27/08/2026

27/08/2026

Sometimes, what feels like a disappointment is simply God redirecting you to something greater.
Our journey to Kaduna reminded us of this in the most beautiful way.

Not every plan will happen exactly as we imagined. Not every door will open when we knock. Sometimes, things fall apart, timelines change, people disappoint us, and circumstances force us to pause and rethink the journey.

But perhaps, in those moments, there is a blessing we cannot yet see.

Because every experience teaches us something. Every delay can refine us. Every disappointment can redirect us. And sometimes, what looks like a setback becomes the very thing that brings the right people, the right opportunities and the right purpose together.

What made this journey meaningful was not just the work itself, but the people behind it.

It reminded us that humanity is about showing up for one another. It is about understanding that the problems affecting our communities are too big for one person, one organisation or one institution to solve alone.

Collaboration is not a weakness. It is strength.

When organisations, communities, young people, leaders, volunteers and everyday people come together with one heart and one purpose, impact becomes bigger than any individual effort.

At HalHad Foundation, we believe that true impact is not about being the only one doing the work. It is about being willing to build with others, learn from others and create opportunities for others to rise.

Our work in Kauru, Kaduna state is another reminder that the journey of impact will not always be perfect, but it will always be worth it when it is rooted in humanity.

We may not always understand why something didn’t work out.

But sometimes, the disappointment is the blessing.

Sometimes, the closed door is the redirection.

Sometimes, the delay is the preparation.

And sometimes, the unexpected journey leads you exactly where you were meant to be.

To everyone who walked this journey with us, collaborated with us, supported us, showed up, volunteered, contributed and believed in the vision—thank you.

This is bigger than HalHad Foundation.

This is about people.

This is about community.

This is about collaboration.

This is about choosing humanity, again and again.

And this is only the beginning. 💙

HalHad Foundation — where humanity meets possibility.

30/05/2026

Recent events serve as a sobering reminder of the security challenges that continue to affect many communities across our nation.

We cannot allow school abductions, violent attacks, and threats to innocent lives to become normal headlines that we read and move on from. The growing insecurity across our country is deeply concerning. Nigerians deserve to feel safe in their homes, on the roads, in their places of work, and in our schools. Our children should be focused on learning and building their future, not living in fear.

Behind every headline are individuals, families, and communities whose lives are profoundly impacted by uncertainty, fear, and loss. In moments like these, we are reminded of the value of human life, the importance of compassion, and our shared responsibility to stand with one another.

While efforts continue to address these challenges, it remains important that we collectively prioritize the safety, dignity, and well-being of all citizens, especially the most vulnerable among us.

My thoughts are with everyone affected by insecurity in any form, and I remain hopeful for the safe return of those in captivity and for continued progress toward a nation where every person can live, work, learn, and thrive in peace.

A safer nation is not merely an aspiration, it is a responsibility we all share.

— Halimat Sadiya Hadi

08/03/2026

Today we celebrate the strength, courage, and brilliance of women everywhere.

Happy International Women’s Day to every woman who dares to dream, who rises after every fall, and who continues to push forward even when the world makes the journey difficult. Your resilience shapes families, transforms communities, and builds the future we all hope to see.

To the women who lead, the women who nurture, the women who fight for justice, and the women who are still discovering their power, your voice matters, your dreams matter, and your presence in this world is powerful.

To the young girls watching and learning, may you grow in confidence, education, and purpose. May you know that your ideas are valuable and your potential is limitless.

To the women who have come before us, thank you for opening doors and lighting the path. To the women standing today, keep breaking barriers and lifting others as you rise. And to the women of tomorrow, we believe in the greatness you will bring to this world.

Let today remind us that empowering women is not just a celebration, it is a commitment to equality, opportunity, respect, and dignity for every woman and girl.

Keep rising.
Keep leading.
Keep shining.
The world is stronger because of women.

Happy International Women’s Day from all of us at HalHad foundation.

08/03/2026

In celebration of women’s excellence, the Halhad Foundation proudly reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the empowerment, welfare, and advancement of women in our communities.

We believe that when women are empowered, families are strengthened, communities are transformed, and nations move forward. Women are not only the backbone of society but also the drivers of innovation, resilience, leadership, and compassion.

At Halhad Foundation, prioritizing women’s welfare has always been at the heart of our mission. Through advocacy, support initiatives, and opportunities that promote education, leadership, and economic independence, we continue to stand beside women and girls as they rise to their full potential.

Today, we celebrate the courage of women who break barriers, the strength of those who persevere through challenges, and the brilliance of those who continue to inspire generations. We celebrate the mothers, the leaders, the entrepreneurs, the students, the dreamers, and every woman striving to make a difference in her own unique way.

As we mark this important day, we renew our promise to keep amplifying women’s voices, protecting their rights, and creating spaces where they can thrive without limitations.

When women rise, society rises.

Happy International Women’s Day to every remarkable woman making the world a better place.

07/03/2026

Empowering women is not just a goal, it is the foundation for stronger communities and brighter futures. When women have access to education, they unlock opportunities for themselves and the generations that follow. When they are financially independent, they gain the freedom to make choices that shape their lives. When they are encouraged to speak up, they inspire change and lead with confidence. Today, and every day, we celebrate women everywhere, those who rise, who dream, who lead, and who make a difference. Let us continue to support, uplift, and empower women, because when women thrive, we all thrive.

01/01/2026

*One Year of HalHad Foundation: A Dream in Action*

A year ago, HalHad Foundation began not as an organization, but as a dream, a vision to serve, to empower, and to create lasting change. What started as a spark of passion has grown into a movement of hope, purpose, and togetherness.

In just one year, we have witnessed lives touched, voices uplifted, and communities strengthened. Each small action, every hand extended in kindness, and every idea turned into reality has reminded us that when hearts come together with intention, transformation is inevitable.

This year has taught us that dreams are not just for dreaming, they are for building. Building stronger people, building stronger communities, and building a stronger nation. We are proud of the team that dared to dream, the partners who believed in that dream, and every supporter who chose to be part of this journey.

As we celebrate this milestone, we do not only celebrate the past, we celebrate the promise of tomorrow. The promise that together, we can continue to rise, impact, and inspire. That together, we can leave something better, something lasting, something meaningful.

Here’s to one year of courage, one year of love in action, and one year of dreaming bigger. And this… is only the beginning.

01/01/2026

*One Year of HalHad Foundation: A Dream in Action*

A year ago, HalHad Foundation began not as an organization, but as a dream, a vision to serve, to empower, and to create lasting change. What started as a spark of passion has grown into a movement of hope, purpose, and togetherness.

In just one year, we have witnessed lives touched, voices uplifted, and communities strengthened. Each small action, every hand extended in kindness, and every idea turned into reality has reminded us that when hearts come together with intention, transformation is inevitable.

This year has taught us that dreams are not just for dreaming, they are for building. Building stronger people, building stronger communities, and building a stronger nation. We are proud of the team that dared to dream, the partners who believed in that dream, and every supporter who chose to be part of this journey.

As we celebrate this milestone, we do not only celebrate the past, we celebrate the promise of tomorrow. The promise that together, we can continue to rise, impact, and inspire. That together, we can leave something better, something lasting, something meaningful.

Here’s to one year of courage, one year of love in action, and one year of dreaming bigger. And this… is only the beginning.