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SHADE-IN TEENS HUB

About SHADE-IN Teens Hub




A Safe Space. A Stronger Future.


The SHADE-IN Teens Hub is a virtual community where young minds are nurtured, guided, and empowered to live with purpose. Whether you’re a teenager navigating life’s pressures or a young adult seeking direction, this is your home for transformation.


Learn more about the Teens Hub and the organisers in this video:



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Our Story

In January 2020, a valentine date rape drug campaign was carried out by Mrs. Gbemisola Opeyemi Balogun, a Teen mentor and founder of Naija Teen Mentors Network.

Our founder, Bliss Ojeruse saw the campaign and mobilised Teenagers, young adults and a preteen to educate them and mobilised them for a campaign against the drug known as Rohypnol.  Hence, Saving Hand Development Initiative (SHADE-IN) launched an  online campaign against valentine date drug in February, 2020 on our blog. Find the campaign here.

This campaign led to the establishment of SHADE-IN Teens Hub in March, 2020, a virtual safe space for Teen mentorship.

Established by Saving Hand Development Initiative (SHADE-IN), through the vision of the Founder and Executive Director, Bliss Ojeruse, the Teens Hub was born out of a need for hope in the face of societal crises and moral decadence affecting teenagers—most notably, the tragic rape and murder of Uwa Omozuwa. 

After it's establishment, it was an online campaign against rape in June, 2020 using Uwa and Tina's tragic events as case studies that stirred up active participation of the Teens in the hub who were very pained at the events. Find the campaign here.

The teenagers began to mobilize other teenagers to join the SHADE-IN Teens Hub as we began a sex education series, where teens learnt about topics like rape, consent, sexual abuse, sexual harassment, among others, while also equipping them to stay safe and support their peers.

Hence, the Teens Hub became a safe online space for teens across Nigeria to connect, heal, learn, and grow.

Therefore, in 2020, SHADE-IN launched the Teens Hub as a virtual safe space designed to empower teenagers through mentorship, value-based education, and open conversations on critical issues such as drug abuse, sex education, the law, rights, and success.

The hub was established to address the vulnerabilities of Teenagers to societal decadence and the need to create a safe space where they'll be guided and empowered with the right values to lead.

We also explored the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act, discussed the true meaning of success, shared scriptural lessons on sex education among others.

The result was that we raised better informed, purpose-driven, confident, patriotic young leaders and changemakers who are using their skills and giftings to make a living while serving humanity, hence ensuring a safe society.

Testimonials


One of our teens from Port Harcourt was silently battling drug abuse—unbeknownst to his family, despite his father being a clergy. His situation stemmed from depression after a family tragedy. Through the Teens Hub, consistent counseling, and kindness, his faith was restored and his life transformed.

Explore more testimonials here:

Video Testimonial



What I Learnt in SHADE-IN Teens Hub

Mental Grooming – A Teen's Perspective

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Our Mission

To raise a generation of young purpose-driven changemakers equipped with the values, mindset, and tools to lead lives of impact.

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What We Offer

Every teen is welcomed into a nurturing virtual environment featuring:

• Mentorship with trained guides

• Life skills training and value-based education as well as hard skills training

• Interactive learning tracks tailored to your passion.

• Virtual hangouts, project showcases, and safe conversations, etc.

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Learning Areas

Our curriculum focuses on shaping well-rounded preteens, teenagers and young adults ready to thrive and accelerate impact in today’s world.

Core Modules

  • Leadership Development  

  • Life Skills (Character Education,  Mental Grooming, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Defense, etc)  

  • Financial Literacy  

  • Entrepreneurship 

  • Sex/Substance Education 

  • Basic ICT and Digital Skills (Basic Computer and Digital Literacy)

  •  Advocacy and Governance  

  • Spiritual Development


 Optional Tracks (Specialized)

  • Music and Arts (Basic Music Theory, Songwriting, Vocals, Instrumentals, Music Production, Spoken Word Poetry, Poetry, Arts and Crafts, Drama, Dance, Performance, etc)

  • ICT/Digital Skills/STEM - Science, Tech, Engineering, Maths (Graphics Design, Cybersecurity, AI, etc)

Each participant selects core and optional tracks during enrollment and onboarding, and receives personalized guidance throughout the programme.

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Mentorship and Safety First

Teens are paired with vetted and trained mentors who provide:

• Periodic virtual check-ins

• Growth feedback and project support

• Guidance rooted in empathy and safety

All mentors undergo safeguarding training, and parental consent is required for teens under 18.

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How It Works

• Virtual Classes

• Projects and Assignments

• Mentor Communication

• Progress Tracking

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Key Date – Relaunching July 28, 2025!


We’re reintroducing the SHADE-IN Teens Hub with even more dynamic tracks, improved mentorship, and exciting new experiences!


Enrollment is now open to join the Teens Hub.

Please note that enrollment is primarily for Teens, but we have provisions for preteens and young adults within our target demographics.

✔ Teens aged 13–17 and Preteens: Enroll through a parent or guardian

✔ Teens aged 18–19 and Young Adults (From ages 20-25): Self-enroll

👉 Click here to REGISTER


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For partnerships, questions, or to learn more:


📧 Email: shadein2009@gmail.com

🌍 Website: https://shade-in.blogspot.com/

📱 Follow us on social media: https://shade-in.blogspot.com/p/contact.html 


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How to Partner With Us:


Read more about the Teens Hub and the organisers, SHADE-IN:


Together, we’re raising young purpose-driven Changemakers!


Join us as we build a future where teens aren’t just seen—but heard, mentored, and equipped to make a difference.

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