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Dear Fellow SPPG Alumni,
I am excited to announce my candidacy for the office of Inclusive and Diversity Officer of the School of Politics Policy and Governance Alumni Association (SPPGAA). With a steadfast commitment to fostering inclusivity and a wealth of experience in advocacy, I am dedicated to creating a community where every member is recognized and valued.
Through my acts of community service and high-level interactions, I have developed a deep understanding of diversity and inclusion, recognizing its power as a catalyst for innovation and progress. Our alumni network is a rich tapestry of experiences and perspectives, and I believe it is essential that we celebrate and harness this diversity to enhance our collective impact.As your Inclusive and Diversity Officer, I am committed to cultivating an environment that embraces diversity in all its dimensions, ensuring that respect and understanding are integral to our alumni community. I will initiate programs that embed inclusivity into our association’s culture, including workshops, mentorship opportunities, and networking events that amplify underrepresented voices.
I will advocate for systemic positive dynamics within our association, working collaboratively with members to dismantle barriers and promote policies that advance equity and inclusivity. By building partnerships with external organizations and community leaders, I aim to enrich our understanding of diverse perspectives and needs. To ensure accountability and progress, I will implement robust metrics to evaluate our diversity initiatives, guaranteeing transparency and continuous improvement.
Together, we can create a more equitable and vibrant alumni community where everyone is empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. I am eager to bring my passion and expertise to this role and work alongside each of you to achieve our shared vision of inclusivity.
Thank you for your support.
Warm regards,
Osanyin Taiwo Oreoluwa
Pioneer Set.
OSANYIN TAIWO’S BIO
Osanyin Taiwo Oreolowa was born into the family of Mr and Mrs Bamidele Osanyin in the city of Lagos. He hails from Akoko North-West local government area of Ondo state.
Diagnosed with erbs palsy on the right hand at birth, though encountered lots of challenges as a child but survived through them.
He has a Bachelor’s Degree in Policy and Strategic Studies from Covenant University. He has expanded his knowledge horizon with a Masters in Diplomacy and Strategic Studies from the prestigious University of first choice, University of Lagos, and other certifications such as; Global Business from Nexford University, Certificate in Public Leadership and Policy from the unconventional School of Politics, Policy and Governance of the pioneer set, Certificate in Planning for Monitoring and Evaluation from Philanthropy University, Certificate in Understanding Special Education Needs from British Council to mention a few.
His quest for a better Nigeria made him to contest the 2019 general elections for the position of Lagos State House of Assembly, Eti-Osa 1 constituency.
Oreoluwa have constantly committed efforts in impacting his community and nation at large in his little circle. In June 2016, he led a group of young Lagosians in advocating for safety at the beach after consistent loss of lives at the beaches.
The campaign focused on ensuring the availability of live guards to safe persons who may get drown in water, the availability of ambulance vans for immediate conveyance of persons who needed urgent medical attention as a result of accidents that may occur at the beach and its environs and other safety and cleaning precautions which was in partnership with the Lagos state Government.
Currently, the beach(es) in Lagos have become one of the safest venues of fun as necessary precautionary measures have been implemented and have reduced the death toll at the beach to less than 0.1 percent, which is a great feat.Other personal project comprises of ‘Go Back To School Project’. The Go Back To School Project centeres towards re-orientation and adequate supervision of registration of “out of school” children hawking or involved in inhumane activities during school and learning hours.
These children are re-oriented alongside with their parents and necessary supervision is taken to ensure that the kids are registered into Primary and Secondary schools in the Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State, Nigeria.This project has positively impacted the lives of children who had lost hope towards attaining any level of education in their life-time.
Furthermore, Taiwo with some of his group of friends co-own a non-governmental organization; Disabled Persons in Leadership Initiative (DPLI). This organization was birthed out of the low percentage of persons living with disability running for elective positions in the last general elections; 2019 elections in Nigeria.
However, DPLI is centered towards the actualization of equality and equity, gearing and preparing persons with Disability with the necessary leadership skill set to assist them run for political positions as well as adjudicate necessary policies in collaboration with necessary state actors and government agencies towards making suitable policies for persons with disability(ies) ensuring equality and a fair level playing ground towards attaining leadership
positions and integration into the leadership set framework.
Oreoluwa further holds some keen positions in the country which include; South-West coordinator for Persons with Disability and Lagos State Cordinator at Team New Nigeria (TNN), Assistant Secretary at Yoruba Council Youth Worldwide (YCYW).
He is into private educational, leadership, political, policy formation and implementation consultancy.
He believes in a new Nigeria and this he yearns for daily.
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