About us

Helping women rise with learning, dignity, and opportunity.

Aminatu Shaibu Foundation exists to stand beside women and girls facing barriers to learning, confidence, wellbeing, and economic opportunity. We believe compassionate action should be both immediate and sustainable.

Who we are

A women-focused foundation built on trust, learning, and practical support.

We collaborate with educators, women's groups, volunteers, and community leaders to identify where support is most urgently needed. Our programs are designed to reduce everyday pressure on vulnerable households while creating better long-term outcomes for women and girls.

From literacy support and mentorship to giving initiatives, starter kits, and wellbeing outreach, we prioritize solutions that are practical, respectful, and easy to sustain.

Our mission

To provide training that equips women with the knowledge and confidence to start and grow successful small businesses.

We remove barriers that limit learning, confidence, and opportunity by connecting women with responsive support, practical resources, and generous communities.

Our vision

Communities where every woman is equipped to learn, contribute, and give forward.

We see a future where timely support, strong networks, and trusted partnerships make it possible for women to thrive with confidence.

Our values

The principles guiding our learning and giving work.

Compassion

We respond with empathy and respect to the real pressures women and caregivers face.

Integrity

We communicate honestly, steward resources carefully, and follow through on our commitments.

Collaboration

We build alongside communities, knowing shared ownership leads to stronger and longer-lasting impact.

Accountability

We measure progress, welcome scrutiny, and continually improve how support reaches women and caregivers.

Leadership and staff

Meet the team

Our team brings together program leadership, mentorship, community engagement, and impact management so support stays compassionate, practical, and accountable.

Aminatu Shaibu

Founder and Executive Director

Leads the foundation's vision, strategic partnerships, and long-term impact planning.

Samuel Danjuma

Programs Director

Oversees learning, mentorship, and giving programs from planning through delivery.

Zainab Ibrahim

Safeguarding and Community Engagement Lead

Strengthens women's support pathways, family outreach, and trusted community relationships.

Lydia Mensah

Partnerships and Impact Manager

Coordinates donor care, volunteer engagement, and transparent impact reporting.

Mariam Bello

Finance and Operations Lead

Keeps budgets, logistics, and day-to-day operations accountable and mission-ready.

Illustration representing a founder sharing encouragement and direction with a community team

Founder message

"When a woman gains access to learning and a community willing to give, she gains room to imagine more for herself and others. That is the future we are working toward every day."

Aminatu Shaibu, Founder and Executive Director

Our leadership team brings together experience in community development, women's empowerment, education support, and nonprofit stewardship.

Impact at a glance

A snapshot of the work already underway.

3,200+ women and girls reached through direct support programs

14,200 learning and care items shared through giving initiatives

27 community groups, educators, and partners engaged

91% of participants report increased confidence or continuity in learning

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Your partnership can help more women learn, grow, and give forward.

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