Saturday 1st December 2018 marks the laudable pet projects embarked on by Pastor Joyce Osayande to reduce poverty among less disadvantage children who do not receive the right help at early years. The event was held at Vibe Becontree Avenue, Dagenham London.
Pastor Joyce has consistently displayed a strong desire to make a positive impact in the community. Her passion for working with young people has led her to skill acquisition programme which is vital in the wake of knife killings. Pastor charitable work has earned her several multi-national awards.
In his remarks, Mayor Olami Ajibola the Patron of the organisation made a call to support the foundation lifelong project by donating tremendously and giving moral support to the organisation.
In the same light Otunba David Idiabana, Lady Chief Waynett Peters and HRM Nnenna Ani the Patron of the organisation also donated to the cause of the project and pledge with monthly donation to the charity organisation.
The evening started with wine reception and networking, photo – shooting with cool music. The event was well attended by notable people across England among which the Queen of Red Carpet Amb. Florence Okonkwo, Mrs Adebola Atoloye (Dbol), Rev’d Alfred Godwin and Rev’d Mrs Anna Ehiremen, Mrs Ugie Erhabor, Educational Consultant, Mebel Marquez, CEO Arimar Universal among others.
About the Foundation
J-Elegance Foundation supports Individuals and various groups with a wide range of support needs. We are proud to work with the public sector agencies, private sector organisations, as well as fellow charities, to develop and deliver effective services that meet the needs of both communities and commissioners.
Support J-Elegance Foundation and help to make a huge difference to the lives of thousands of vulnerable people and their families.
Mission
J-Elegance Foundation aims to be an outstanding charity that supports vulnerable people and families to make positive and lasting changes towards a fulfilling life at the grass root area of Benin city in Nigeria. All being well, the aim is to grow and develop to other areas of the country. We are dedicated to changing lives, enhancing and supporting the general well-being of the vulnerable, giving hope to the distressed and depressed and making life meaningful to all. As a Charity, we are dedicated to supporting various people with the most complex needs to make meaningful and lasting improvements to their lives and state of mind. We aim to protect the rights of the less privileged in our communities. Also, we aim to establish resource centres for our various programmes, youth development and enhancement of all in various aspects of life.
Together, we are Changing Lives.
About the Founder
Joyce Osayande is a minister of the gospel and community ambassador, with outstanding creative abilities borne out of her passion for her creative empathetic skills bringing about her selfless service to the community.
She has spearheaded various community projects such as; The London Youth Foundation in 2012 aimed at empowering young people which is now on hold till the latter part of next year. With a background in health and social care management, she spearheaded the organisation and the development of youth programmes to tackle the issues of the lack of awareness of sexual health matters, teenage pregnancy, drug abuse, antisocial behaviour as well as youths with challenging behaviour. This project resulted in the positive orientation of young people which has led to the production of various magazines which facilitated the objectives of the foundation.
Her passion for working with young people has led her to skills acquisition which currently is vital in the wake of knife and troubled killings of young people. Young people of today struggle with youth engagement and this has led to the creation of youth programmes to correct the disparity of young people especially from deprived backgrounds. In recognition of this dire situation especially in the inner city areas, has led Joyce to taking positive steps to engage young people to promote their mental and psychological wellbeing.
She is dedicated to organising skills enrichment workshops and she communicates her creativity and passion in her flair for fabrics, tapestry, hair braiding, make up skills fashion shows learn how to tie gele (head wrap)and design skills workshops. She has displayed a passion for enrichment skills geared especially to young people to exemplify their various skills and talent.
Joyce has consistently displayed a strong desire to make a positive impact in our community. Her voluntary and charitable work in the development of the community and youth empowerment has earned her several awards. She is an acclaimed Inspirational youth leader and one of her more recent awards this year was being awarded the second best fashion designer by African Fashion Roots in Oxford which was presented by Councillor Collin Cook the Mayor of Oxford.
EPRA, LEADERSHIP & ENTREPRENEURIAL AWARDS DINNER 2018
