Youths with Visions on a Mission- YVOM

08/28/2024

YOUTHS WITH VISIONS ON A MISSION (YVOM) formely known as TEE 4 WOMEN INC, is a registered IRS recognized 501 (c ) (3) Non-Profit Organizations incorporated and tax-exempted in May, 2016. IS ON A MISSION to becoming the Fiscal Sponsor of OREBISI ADEYINKA HERITAGE EMPOWERMENT FOUNDATION Located in Ilesa , Osun State Nigeria.

08/27/2024

Every Woman is a Glowing Vessels, as a young woman, don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

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08/27/2024

Are you thinking about studying in the United States? If so, you'll need a student visa. But don't worry—I'll break it down for you in the simplest way possible. There are two main types of student visas, and the one you need depends on the program you're joining and who's paying your tuition.

1. F-1 Student Visa This is the most common student visa. It lets you study at schools approved by the U.S. government. With an F-1 visa, you can work on campus without a special permit. If you want to work off-campus, like in an internship, you'll need to get a work permit first.

After you finish your studies, you can apply for something called Optional Practical Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT). This allows you to work in the U.S. for up to 12 months after graduation. If your degree is in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM), you might be able to stay for an extra two years. But once your time is up, you’ll need to leave the U.S. within 60 days.

2. J-1 Student Visa The J-1 visa is for students in exchange programs. This means you’re part of a special agreement between your home country and the U.S. If you have a J-1 visa, you can work and study in the U.S., but you'll need a work permit for any job you do.

Your family members who come with you can also work and study while you're in school. After you finish your program, you can apply for Academic Training (AT) to work in your field of study. But once your training is done, you’ll need to return to your home country within 30 days. Also, you'll have to live in your home country for two years before you can come back to the U.S. on certain types of visas.

Can I Get Financial Help on a Student Visa? Yes, you can! If you need help paying for school, you can get support through scholarships, grants, loans, or even from friends and family. You’ll need to prove that you have the financial support you need to pay for your education, whether it’s from a sponsor or your own money.

What Forms Do I Need? For the F-1 visa, you’ll need a form called I-20. For the J-1 visa, you'll need a DS-2019 form. These forms are your ticket to studying in the U.S. They include all the important details about your program, like start and end dates, who’s sponsoring you, and other personal information.

What Is a Designated School Official (DSO)? A Designated School Official (DSO) is a person at your school who helps you with all your visa paperwork. They’re your go-to person for questions about your studies, working while in the U.S., and even things like getting a driver’s license. It's important to stay in touch with your DSO to make sure you're following all the rules.

Paying Fees To apply for your student visa, you’ll need to pay some fees. First, there’s the I-901 SEVIS fee, which is $350. You also need to pay a $160 fee for your visa application. Make sure you keep your payment receipts because you'll need them for your visa interview.

Final Thoughts Getting a student visa can seem complicated, but with the right information and support, you can navigate the process smoothly. Remember, studying in the U.S. is a big step, and it's important to be prepared. Make sure you understand all the requirements and find the right financial support to help you on your journey. Your dream of studying in the U.S. is within reach—just take it one step at a time!

08/27/2024

08/27/2024

YVOM Shoe Drive Fundraising Campaign: Step Up for Youth—Donate Your Gently Worn Shoes
Campaign Title:
Step Up for Youth: Clean Out Your Closet and Empower a Future!

Campaign Story:

Dear Friends, Families, and Community Members,

We all have that pair of shoes sitting in our closet—still in good condition, but no longer worn. Now, imagine those shoes being more than just an unused item—they can be a step toward a brighter future for a young person in need.

About Our Cause

At Youths with Visions on a Mission (YVOM), we are deeply committed to empowering underprivileged youth, providing them with the opportunities they need to thrive. Our current goal is to raise $30,000 to support the YVOM 2024 Talent and Innovation Program and the construction of the Orebisi Adeyinka Heritage Home, a safe haven for vulnerable children.

How You Can Help: The YVOM Shoe Drive

We’re launching a Shoe Drive Fundraising Campaign, and we need your help! We’re asking you to clean out your closets and donate your gently worn shoes to support our cause.

Here’s how it works:

Donate Your Shoes: We’re collecting gently used or new shoes—any size, any style.
Drop Off or Schedule a Pickup: Donations can be dropped off at designated locations or picked up by appointment. We’ll be collecting shoes through October, so there’s plenty of time to gather up those unused pairs!
Help Us Reach Our Goal: We need to collect 2,500 pairs of shoes, which will fill 100 bags with 25 pairs of shoes each. Every bag filled will generate $12 towards our fundraising goal, helping us raise a total of $1,200.
Why This Matters

Your donated shoes are more than just footwear—they represent opportunities. With the funds generated from this shoe drive, we’ll be able to invest in the future of underprivileged youth, giving them the chance to participate in life-changing programs, showcase their talents, and receive the support they need to succeed.

Let’s Make This Happen Together

We’re calling on individuals, families, and communities to come together and support this cause. Whether you have one pair of shoes or a full bag to donate, every contribution helps us get closer to our goal. Imagine the impact we can make if each person donates just 25 pairs of shoes—that’s one fully donated shoe drive bag!

Join Us in This Journey

Step 1: Clean out your closet and gather your gently worn shoes.
Step 2: Contact us to schedule a drop-off or pickup.
Step 3: Feel good knowing you’ve made a meaningful contribution to a young person’s future.
Spread the Word

Please share this campaign with your friends, family, and network. The more shoes we collect, the more lives we can impact. Together, we can step up for our youth and build a brighter future for all.

Let’s take the first step together. Donate your shoes today and help us reach our goal of $30,000!

08/27/2024

NOW OPEN: YALI Mandela Washington Fellowship 2025 for Young African Leaders
Ifeoma Chuks

August 13, 2024

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The YALI Mandela Washington Fellowship will bring up to 700 young leaders to the United States in the summer of 2025 for a comprehensive executive-style program that is designed to build skills and empower Fellows to lead in their respective sectors and communities.

OPENING: 13th August 2024

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Application Deadline:
13th September 2023

Eligible Countries: Sub-Saharan African countries

To be taken at (country): U.S.A

About the YALI Mandela Washington Fellowship:
The Mandela Washington Fellowships for Young African Leaders empowers young people through academic coursework, leadership training, and networking.

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The Fellowship will provide up to 700 outstanding young leaders from Sub-Saharan Africa with the opportunity to hone their skills at a U.S. college or university with support for professional development after they return home.

The Fellows, who are between the ages of 25 and 35, have established records of accomplishment in promoting innovation and positive change in their organizations, institutions, communities, and countries.

Type: Fellowship

Who can Apply for YALI Mandela Washington Fellowship:
Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, socio-economic status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The Mandela Washington Fellowship is open to young African leaders who meet the following criteria:

Are between the ages of 25 and 35 on or before the application deadline, although exceptional applicants ages 21-24 will be considered;
Are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States;
Are eligible to receive a United States J-1 visa;
Are not employees or immediate family members of employees of the U.S. Government (including a U.S. embassy or consulate, USAID, and other U.S. Government entities);
Are proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English (applicants who are deaf should refer to the English Language instructions on the Resources page);
Are citizens of one of the following countries: Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cabo Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Republic of the Congo, Cote d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, or Zimbabwe;
Are residents of one of the above countries; and
Are not Alumni of the Mandela Washington Fellowship.
Also, please note that Fellows are not allowed to have dependents, including spouses and children, accompany them during the Fellowship. The U.S. Department of State and IREX reserve the right to verify all information included in the application. In the event of a discrepancy, or if information is found to be false, the application will immediately be declared invalid and the applicant ineligible.

Number of Awardees: Up to 700

Selection Process and Criteria: The Mandela Washington Fellowship selection process is a merit-based open competition. After the deadline, all eligible applications will be reviewed by a selection panel.

Following this review, chosen semifinalists will be interviewed by the U.S. embassies or consulates in their home countries. If advanced to the semi-finalist round, applicants must provide a copy of their international passport (if available) or other government-issued photo identification at the time of the interview. Selection panels will use the following criteria to evaluate applications (not in order of importance):

Criteria
The following criteria will be used to evaluate applications (not in order of importance):

A proven record of leadership and accomplishment in business, civic engagement, or public service;
A demonstrated commitment to public or community service, volunteerism, or mentorship;
The ability to work cooperatively in diverse groups and to respect the opinions of others;
Strong social and communication skills;
An energetic, positive attitude;
A demonstrated knowledge of, interest in, and professional experience in the preferred sector/track; and
A commitment to return to Africa and apply leadership skills and training to benefit the applicant’s country and/or community after they return home.
Value of YALI Mandela Washington Fellowship:
There is no fee to apply to the Mandela Washington Fellowship. If you are selected for the Fellowship, the U.S. government will cover all participant costs. Financial provisions provided by the U.S. Government will include:

J-1 visa support;
Round-trip travel from Fellow’s home city to the U.S. and domestic U.S. travel as required by the program;
A six-week academic and leadership institute;
Concluding Summit in Washington, DC;
Accident and sickness benefit plan;
Housing and meals during the program; and
An optional six-week Professional Development Experience (for up to 100 Fellows).
Please note: the Fellowship will not cover salary while Fellows are away from work or funds for personal purchases such as gifts.
Mandela Washington Fellows will also have access to ongoing professional development opportunities, mentoring, networking and training, and support for their ideas, businesses, and organizations.

How to Apply:
Apply now!

Download the 2024 Fellowship Application Instructions.

It is important to visit the official website (link below) for detailed information on how to apply for this Fellowship.

Visit YALI Mandela Fellowship Webpage for Details

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
I cannot afford to pay an application fee. How should I apply?
There is no fee to apply for the Mandela Washington Fellowship.

The application instructions say all answers must be my “own, original work.” What does that mean?
All answers must be your own ideas and in your own words. Be certain not to plagiarize, which is taking someone else’s work or ideas and presenting them as your own. If you use another person’s writing, ideas, words, or materials, you must credit the source. Do not cut and paste ideas from the internet or other sources.

Plagiarism
Plagiarism is strictly forbidden at many organizations and academic institutions in the United States, and those who plagiarize their application materials will be disqualified. This also includes using the wording from another applicant or Fellowship Alumni in your application. The U.S. Department of State and IREX will be checking all applications for plagiarism. For more information, please visit the Plagiarism.org website.

08/27/2024

Unleash Your Creative Voice 🎨🎤📝

✨ Inside each of us lies a unique wellspring of creativity, waiting to burst forth like a symphony of colors, words, and ideas. 🌈✍️

🌟 "Creativity is intelligence having fun." - Albert Einstein

💡 It's time to let your creativity shine! 💡

🌼 Affirmations to Unlock Your Creative Spirit:

1️⃣ "I am a vessel of boundless creativity, and I trust my unique voice."
2️⃣ "My imagination knows no limits, and I embrace the power of my ideas."
3️⃣ "With each stroke, word, or note, I express the beauty within me."
4️⃣ "Creativity flows through me like a river, nurturing my soul."

📸 Share your creative journey with us! Post a photo, a painting, a poem, or whatever expresses your creativity. Use the hashtag and inspire others to let their creative voices be heard. 🎨📸📢

🌟 "The world is but a canvas to our imagination." - Henry David Thoreau

Let's create, inspire, and celebrate the unique creativity that resides within each of us! 🚀💫

08/27/2024

Are you thinking about studying in the United States? If so, you'll need a student visa. But don't worry—I'll break it down for you in the simplest way possible.

There are two main types of student visas, and the one you need depends on the program you're joining and who's paying your tuition.

1. F-1 Student Visa This is the most common student visa. It lets you study at schools approved by the U.S. government. With an F-1 visa, you can work on campus without a special permit. If you want to work off-campus, like in an internship, you'll need to get a work permit first.

After you finish your studies, you can apply for something called Optional Practical Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT). This allows you to work in the U.S. for up to 12 months after graduation. If your degree is in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM), you might be able to stay for an extra two years. But once your time is up, you’ll need to leave the U.S. within 60 days.

2. J-1 Student Visa The J-1 visa is for students in exchange programs. This means you’re part of a special agreement between your home country and the U.S. If you have a J-1 visa, you can work and study in the U.S., but you'll need a work permit for any job you do.

Your family members who come with you can also work and study while you're in school. After you finish your program, you can apply for Academic Training (AT) to work in your field of study. But once your training is done, you’ll need to return to your home country within 30 days. Also, you'll have to live in your home country for two years before you can come back to the U.S. on certain types of visas.

Can I Get Financial Help on a Student Visa? Yes, you can! If you need help paying for school, you can get support through scholarships, grants, loans, or even from friends and family. You’ll need to prove that you have the financial support you need to pay for your education, whether it’s from a sponsor or your own money.

What Forms Do I Need? For the F-1 visa, you’ll need a form called I-20. For the J-1 visa, you'll need a DS-2019 form. These forms are your ticket to studying in the U.S. They include all the important details about your program, like start and end dates, who’s sponsoring you, and other personal information.

What Is a Designated School Official (DSO)? A Designated School Official (DSO) is a person at your school who helps you with all your visa paperwork. They’re your go-to person for questions about your studies, working while in the U.S., and even things like getting a driver’s license. It's important to stay in touch with your DSO to make sure you're following all the rules.

Paying Fees To apply for your student visa, you’ll need to pay some fees. First, there’s the I-901 SEVIS fee, which is $350. You also need to pay a $160 fee for your visa application. Make sure you keep your payment receipts because you'll need them for your visa interview.

Final Thoughts Getting a student visa can seem complicated, but with the right information and support, you can navigate the process smoothly. Remember, studying in the U.S. is a big step, and it's important to be prepared. Make sure you understand all the requirements and find the right financial support to help you on your journey. Your dream of studying in the U.S. is within reach—just take it one step at a time!