Programs Offered

At the B. Elias Shoniyin Educational and Empowerment Foundation, we provide educational access, technical mastery, mentorship, and capacity building to create self-reliant leaders for Liberia and the global community.

K to Univ.

Academic Coverage

100+

Active Mentees

10+

Vocational Disciplines

Global

Reach & Leadership

Pillar 01

Educational & Vocational Scholarships

Financial Relief & Skills

The Foundation believes that a student’s financial circumstances should never prevent them from pursuing their educational dreams. Our support is designed to reduce the financial burden of tuition, fees, and school-related expenses across all academic and technical tracks.

Academic Scholarships

Kindergarten & Early Childhood Education
Primary School Education
Junior High School
Senior High School
College & University Education
Professional & Specialized Programs

Vocational & Technical Skills

Sponsoring young people in accredited technical institutes to acquire practical, highly marketable skillsets:

Plumbing Electrical Installation Automotive Mechanics Heavy-Duty Equipment Masonry & Construction Welding & Fabrication Carpentry Refrigeration & HVAC Information Technology Tailoring & Fashion Design

Empowerment Pathway

Learn → Develop Skills → Gain Opportunities → Become Self-Reliant → Give Back

Pillar 02

Mentorship & Leadership Development

Guidance & Personal Growth

Education extends beyond the classroom. Our Mentorship and Leadership Development Program provides guidance, character building, life skills, and career preparation to more than 100 students and young professionals across Liberia and abroad.

Academic Focus

Helping students remain dedicated to their studies, overcome academic obstacles, and pursue excellence.

Career Guidance

Introducing youth to emerging career pathways, entrepreneurship, technical trades, and professional work ethics.

Leadership Integrity

Building communication skills, emotional resilience, personal accountability, and ethical leadership qualities.

Community Service

Instilling a responsibility to use knowledge, talent, and personal success to positively impact others.

“When you educate a young person, you give them knowledge. When you mentor that young person, you give them direction. When you empower them, you give them the opportunity to transform their future.”

— B. Elias Shoniyin Educational & Empowerment Foundation

Pillar 03

Training & Capacity-Building

Workforce & Civic Readiness

Empowering youth requires equipping them with practical skills, confidence, and real-world experience. Our Training and Capacity-Building Program delivers targeted workshops, practical skill modules, and professional development seminars designed to respond directly to modern economic demands—preparing participants for immediate employment, sustainable entrepreneurship, and active community development leadership.