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US Government Exchange Alumni Association, Osun State

The U.S. Government Exchange Alumni Association, Osun State Chapter is an integral part of the national alumni body of Nigeria, supported by the U.S. Consulate General. We are a vibrant community of accomplished professionals across diverse fields who have benefited from United States Government exchange and scholarship programs and are committed to driving impactful change in our communities.

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Since inception of our inauguration in May 2017 by the U.S. Consulate Public Affairs Officer, Aruna Amirthanayagam, the USGEAAN Osun State Chapter has remained steadfast in initiating and implementing impactful projects that reach grassroots communities across the state — spanning technology and digital skills development, media engagement, voters’ education, youth empowerment, and civic participation, all aimed at delivering lasting and inclusive community impact.

OUR HISTORY

The Osun Chapter was officially established on May 18th, 2017, when a group of dedicated alumni generously donated their resources to initiate the "Code Osun" community development project. This groundbreaking project brought together selected high school students for an intensive 8-week training program in basic programming languages, equipping them with valuable skills for the future.

Our chapter's formal inauguration took place with the support of the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, led by Public Affairs Officer, Aruna Amirthanayagam. With additional backing from the US Consulate Public Affairs Section, the project expanded to its second phase in October 2017. This phase saw 30 students selected from six community high schools within Osun West Senatorial Districts, where the beneficiaries of the "Code Osun" program created innovative software applications to digitalise administrative processes for their schools.

Our Mission

To unite U.S. Government exchange alumni in Osun State, empower members and communities through leadership, knowledge, and service, and collaboratively drive sustainable, inclusive, and impactful development across Osun State, in alignment with the national vision of "Unite, Empower, Transform – Together".

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS

Know How Much We have achieved

2018
In 2018, the Osun Chapter partnered with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Osun State, along with support from the US Consulate. This partnership led to the successful execution of a Voters' Education Project, using strategic media and advocacy efforts to raise citizens' awareness and participation in the democratic process, specifically the Osun State 2018 Gubernatorial Election. This project reached over 500,000 eligible voters and engaged numerous stakeholders, including political party representatives, market women's association leaders, and members of various civil society organizations.
2019
The chapter organized a Food Bank Initiative and Health Clinic for 100 vulnerable individuals from across the state capital, in collaboration with the Medical mission team of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Hospital, Jaleyemi, Osogbo. The event included health talks, free medical consultations, drug distribution, and food item distribution to help alleviate the effects of the COVID-19 lockdown.
2022
With the continued support of the U.S. Consulate, the Osun Chapter implemented an Awareness and Advocacy Project to Advance Gender Equality in the Osun State 2022 Gubernatorial Election. The project aimed to promote free, fair, and credible elections by increasing women and youth's political participation and inclusion in the electoral process.

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Voters Education

OUR COMMITMENT TO THE FUTURE

The US Government Exchange Alumni Association, Osun Chapter, remains dedicated to its core values and principles.

PROGRESS

We are committed to the progress of Osun State and Nigeria as a whole, through our involvement in vital community projects, educational initiatives, and advocacy campaigns.

EMPOWERMENT

As an alumni association, we continue to contribute to the betterment of society, just as we were empowered through the United States Government Exchange and Scholarship programs.

Updates

Call or Email Us @

+234 803 428 4071

osun.usgeaan@gmail.com

Our Location

Osun State

Nigeria

Office

C/O Heritage Hotel, Heritage Street, Off Gbongan-Osogbo Road, Osogbo, Osun State.