“Thank you for such a great opportunity to learn more about how to commit oneself to the act of “giving” and change. The lessons learnt during the event will not be resident in me alone, as I intend to apply it, to all areas of my life and also share with friends who are social entrepreneurs. I hope the subsequent Forum will give room for youths who are also involved in philanthropic act to express themselves, so they can find their voice, a listening ear to their projects and dreams of a better social development in Nigeria.”

“I thoroughly immersed myself in the 2-day experience! The need to structure philanthropy in Nigeria and indeed in Africa cannot be over emphasized and your organisation’s leadership role in this field is a welcome development. The session on “Promoting Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship as a Strategy to reduce Youth Unemployment” was particularly intense, with a very engaging audience… I therefore encourage you to pursue this strategy as part of your overall programming… Let me once again congratulate you for a successful hosting of this historic event.”

“I enjoyed the Forum immensely… I look forward to receiving the report.”

“It was indeed a very worthwhile experience, presenting me with the opportunity to interact with other NGOs and learn from what they are doing. The range of topics covered by the sessions was good; for me the most challenging and informative were Panel VI and the final session. One was also able to make very useful contacts with people in the corporate world. I value the experience very much.”

“Thank YOU all. I had absolutely the best time and was honoured to participate.”

“Thank you for a wonderful and truly inspiring two days! I have been impressed with the speakers as well as the organisation. Well done.”

“Congratulations on having a very successful first Forum.”

“……. Many thanks for the organisation of the Philanthropic Forum last year…. It had provided opportunities for networking and many CSOs continue to benefit from the lessons learnt at the Forum.”

“I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate you for the successful and rich programme. I am sure it will continue to attract international and local participation should you want to make it an annual event.”

“The event was strategically framed, timely – and executed with great professionalism and care. The Forum provided a very important space to reflect, define the agenda for the sector in Nigeria, and meet likeminded individuals and organisations. In my conversations with fellow participants, we felt, though that it will be important to now follow through on the emerging agenda and organise an annual Forum to ensure momentum is maintained….It was our sincere pleasure at having participate in an extremely successful event.”