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Empowering Communities Through Climate Action, Education & Health

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The Veronica Anthony Foundation is dedicated to creating lasting positive change in communities through climate action, education, health initiatives, and sustainable development.

Veronica and Anthony

Our Mission

To promote sustainable development by empowering individuals and communities through innovative programs in education, climate action, clean energy, health, and livelihood enhancement. We are committed to fostering self-reliance, reducing inequalities, and creating resilient systems that protect the environment while improving quality of life.

Our Vision

To build empowered individuals, thriving communities, and a sustainable environment that collectively ensures a brighter future for generations to come.

Our Programs

Discover how we're making a difference through our key initiatives and programs

Climate Action

Advancing environmental initiatives, promoting sustainability, and encouraging eco-friendly practices to combat climate change.

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Community Development

Strengthening local communities through capacity building, social initiatives, and sustainable development programs.

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Women & Youth Empowerment

Supporting women and youth through education, skills training, and leadership development for a brighter future.

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Education

Promoting access to quality education and fostering educational consciousness in communities.

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Healthcare

Facilitating and promoting quality healthcare access and health-related information.

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Nutrition

Promoting better dietary habits and implementing nutritional programs for communities.

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Productive use of Renewable Energy

Exploring innovative ways to harness renewable energy for practical applications and fostering sustainability.

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Clean Cooking

Facilitating access to clean cooking solutions for underserved communities.

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Our Impact

Making a difference in communities through measurable results and sustainable change

Our Journey So Far

Women & Youth Empowerment

We have successfully trained over 1,000 women and youth in entrepreneurship, digital skills, and sustainable agriculture practices, leading to the establishment of 50+ small-scale businesses in local communities.

Climate Action & Clean Energy

We have implemented renewable energy solutions in 25 communities, providing clean cooking facilities and solar-powered lighting to over 500 households, reducing carbon emissions and improving health conditions.

Education & Healthcare

We have established educational support programs reaching 2,000 students, provided healthcare awareness sessions to 30 communities, and facilitated medical outreach programs benefiting over 5,000 individuals.

Our Vision for

Expanding Community Reach

We aim to extend our programs to 20 additional communities, focusing on rural areas with limited access to basic amenities and educational resources. Our goal is to create sustainable impact through long-term community engagement.

Sustainable Development Initiatives

We plan to launch 10 new climate action projects, including community gardens, waste management systems, and renewable energy installations. We aim to reduce carbon footprint while creating economic opportunities.

Enhanced Education & Healthcare

We plan to set up digital learning centers in 15 communities, provide scholarships to 100 underprivileged students, and organize monthly health camps focusing on preventive healthcare and nutrition education.

Events

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Cook Clean Advocate Training 2.0 — Become a clean cooking advocate. Flyer by Tovero Energy.

Cook Clean Advocate Training

Become a clean cooking advocate

A capacity-building program for youth, community volunteers, and young leaders across Africa—building advocacy skills to accelerate safe, affordable, and sustainable cooking solutions where traditional fuels still harm health, the environment, and livelihoods.

Second cohort is currently ongoing, and registration for the third cohort is now open (Register here).
Cohorts planned up to three times per year; expert facilitators from enterprises, governments, UN and regional energy centres, CSOs, and climate advocates across Africa.
Certificate of completion for eligible participants; top advocates may qualify for internship, volunteer, or mentorship placements with partners.

Program focus

  • Advocacy and clean cooking technologies; health and environmental impacts of household air pollution
  • Grassroots campaigns, school outreach, policy dialogue, and market linkages
  • Gender equity and engagement with policymakers and stakeholders

Partners help deliver mentors, placements, and resources toward a goal of growing a strong network of trained clean cooking advocates continent-wide.

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Africa International Conference on Clean Energy
Conference 2-Day Event

Africa International Conference on Clean Energy & Energy Storage

Join us for two days of inspiring presentations, networking, and exhibitions bringing together researchers and industry experts to share knowledge and discuss innovative solutions for the clean energy transition in Africa.

September 24th & 25th, 2026
Institute of Petroleum and Energy Studies, University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
In collaboration with AICCEES , Tovero Energy and University of Port Harcourt
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AICCEES 2026 Clean Energy Innovation Challenge official flyer
Innovation challenge AICCEES 2026

Africa International Conference on Clean Energy & Energy Storage

AICCEES 2026 Clean Energy Innovation Challenge

Pan-African call for innovators building solutions across energy access, renewables, storage, clean cooking, mobility, circular economy, climate resilience, and transition fuels—with mentorship, pitch exposure at AICCEES 2026, and pathways to funding and partnerships.

Applications open 1 April 2026
Shortlisting 31 August 2026
Mentorship bootcamp 1–20 September 2026
Live pitch 24–25 September 2026 (during AICCEES)
Apply for the challenge Visit aiccees.com

Innovators retain full ownership of IP; no equity required to participate; confidential information is protected throughout the process.

Programme structure, focus areas & eligibility

Four stages

  1. Call for innovators — Open applications across Africa via the AICCEES website.
  2. Screening & shortlisting — Independent technical review; 10–15 high-potential finalists.
  3. Mentorship bootcamp (pre-conference) — Pitch development, market readiness, business and impact models.
  4. Live pitch session — Five-minute pitches plus Q&A during the Clean Energy Business Innovation & Mentorship Session at AICCEES 2026.

Innovation themes

  • Energy access and off-grid solutions
  • Renewable energy systems and productive use
  • Clean cooking technologies and fuels
  • Energy storage, smart grids, and digital energy solutions
  • Sustainable mobility and clean transport
  • Waste-to-energy and circular economy solutions
  • Climate adaptation and resilience technologies
  • Hydrogen, biofuels, and clean transition fuels

Who can apply

  • African-led startups, SMEs, and scale-ups
  • Research institutions and university spin-offs
  • Teams at prototype, pilot, or early commercial stage
  • Women-led and youth-led clean energy enterprises

Awards & benefits

  • Proof-of-concept or seed funding support
  • Sponsored incubation or accelerator placements
  • Business mentorship, investor introductions, and media exposure
  • Conference recognition and feature in the AICCEES Innovation Showcase publication

For enquiries, participation, and sponsorship: info@toveroenergy.com

School-Based Outreach Event
Outreach 1-Day Event

International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Join us for an inspiring day dedicated to empowering the next generation of women in STEM. Our theme "Unpacking STEM Careers: Her Voice in Science" focuses on showcasing opportunities and breaking barriers in science and technology fields.

Tuesday, February 11th, 2025
Heritage College, Itiam Community, Uyo. No. 201 Nsikak Eduok Avenue. 2 Lane.
In collaboration with YALI Network Akwa Ibom
SDGs advocacy Career talks Quiz competitions Educational support
Start-a-Skill Cohort 1 — facilitator Philip Festus Ukata
Free training Virtual Youth skills

Start-a-Skill Program

A virtual skills series helping Nigerian youth close the gap between classroom learning and what employers expect—through hands-on sessions in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, digital collaboration, AI productivity tools, freelancing platforms, and career readiness (CVs, interviews, LinkedIn, and more).

Program objectives

  • Bridge the digital skills gap with practical, market-ready tools—on a pathway to train 1,000 youth over two years.
  • Improve workplace readiness and professional branding so graduates meet employer expectations.
  • Build confidence for the digital economy, including freelancing and professional networking.
Download the curriculum here
Register Here WhatsApp +2348037641860

If the registration form is full or closed, message us on WhatsApp for the next cohort.

Give to Gain financial literacy training flyer
Financial literacy Women entrepreneurs

Veronica Anthony Foundation

Give to Gain

An empowerment-focused financial literacy training designed to help women make informed decisions, improve living standards, and build long-term financial security through practical money and business skills.

Training objectives

  • Build practical knowledge of financial planning and discipline.
  • Strengthen risk awareness and investment decision-making.
  • Introduce regulated investment pathways in the Nigerian context.

Key areas covered: financial planning, risk appetite (conservative, moderate, aggressive), budgeting with SMART goals, the financial planning pyramid (protection, creation, distribution), and investment options (mutual funds, fixed deposits, bonds, stocks).

Date

March 21, 2026

Time

10:00 AM

Venue

Suite 4 Adibea Plaza, Woji

Become a Digital Safety Ambassador flyer
16 Days Campaign Digital safety

16 Days of Activism Against GBV

Theme: Unite to End Digital Violence Against All Women & Girls

A short campaign combining a social media challenge and a digital safety webinar to raise awareness, build practical online safety capacity, and amplify women’s voices in digital spaces.

Objectives

  • Raise awareness on digital gender-based violence and online abuse.
  • Equip participants with practical digital safety knowledge and tools.
  • Promote positive storytelling and collective advocacy for safer digital spaces.

Expected outcomes: Increased public awareness, better digital safety literacy among women and youth, stronger community advocacy, and wider visibility for VAF’s digital safety work.

Youth Skill-Up Digital Skills Training flyer

Youth Skill-Up (Phase 1)

A strategic pilot at Dazzle International School, Ekpri Nsukara (Uyo LGA), designed to equip students with practical social media marketing and mobile content creation skills for advocacy, income generation, and business growth.

Objectives

  • Introduce core principles of digital and social media marketing.
  • Build skills for creating and managing videos, photos, and social pages.
  • Encourage ethical and responsible social media use for advocacy and brand visibility.

Training method: physical, participatory, and hands-on (interactive lectures, case studies, practical exercises, group work, Q&A, and peer learning).

Duration: 3 days (28–30 July 2025), averaging ~3 hours 30 minutes daily.

Scope: Introduction to digital and social media marketing, mobile phone video editing, and mobile phone graphic design.

Date

28th – 30th July 2025

Venue

Dazzle Int'l School, Uyo (Akwa Ibom)

International Women's Day
Outreach 1-Day Event

International Women's Day Celebration

Celebrate International Women's Day with us as we champion the achievements and potential of women in different facets of life. The theme for the International Women's Day 2025, "Accelerate Action," highlights the importance of driving change, fostering inclusivity, and creating more opportunities for women.

Saturday, March 8th 2025
Women Empowerment Gender Equality STEM for Women Women Leadership

Be the Change You Wish to See

Your contribution fuels our mission to empower communities through climate action, education, health initiatives, and sustainable development. Together, we can create a brighter future.

Every action, big or small, has the power to transform lives.