Five Cowries Arts Education Initiative

Pioneering arts education program which aims to use the arts to enhance the quality and capacity of education and teaching in Nigeria

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Our strength?
We belong to the communities we serve.
From hubs to women’s centres, offices to under the tree, we keep listening, learning and building together.

#education

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At the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on May 21, 2025, I joined the First Lady of Nigeria, Her Excellency Senator (Dr.) Oluremi Tinubu CON, alongside other governors' spouses at a Charity Gala Dinner organized by the Spouses of Heads of Missions in Nigeria.

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Appreciating the cycles of life and the beauty of our planet, At FCI we stitch together a sustainable future. World Earth Day.

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#WorldEarthDay
#OurPowerOurPlane

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Curious about what we do? Head to our website (link in bio) to explore our programs, projects, and impact stories.

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water for future generations #World WaterDay #WaterConservation

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Did you know only 3% of the world's water is freshwater? This precious resource is essential to our survival, yet it's finite. Let's talk about it! Our 'My Story of Water' project uses art and culture to educate children, teachers, and families on the importance of conserving

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Explore our online platform, (link in the bio) to learn more about our programmes.
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Empowered women empower other women! Celebrating the strength and resilience of women everywhere.Happy International Women's Day from us at Five Cowries #IWD2025 #WomensDay2025
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Stay updated on our projects and initiatives! Visit our online platform (link in bio) to learn more about our work and how you can get involved.

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@UNICEF @UNICEF_Nigeria @Yoma_World

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Empowering Girls, Enriching Communities!
We're celebrating the conclusion of our 6-month Furanni program in Dala, Ghari and Wudil, which has educated & empowered adolescent girls & young women on sexual reproductive health &
rights, fostering a brighter future for all.

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Empowering Voices, Amplifying Change!
Celebrate Social Justice Day by standing with marginalized communities and advocating for a more equitable world.

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Spreading Love and Kindness! Wishing a Happy Valentine's Day to our amazing community of children and women. May your day be filled with joy, love, and compassion!

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Zinariya (The Exceptional Woman)
Empowering women in communities in NW Nigeria. At Five Cowries we all join in to tell our stories. Families and community organisations come together to share ideas, and to support one another to grow.

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Threads of Collaboration: Watching our participants come together, sharing ideas and stitches to create something truly special.

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Growing Creative Minds: Encouraging children to explore, experiment, think BIG and express themselves through art.

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Furanni Workshop 5,Dala, Kano State, focused on post-natal care. FCI is weaving together health, empowerment and storytelling to drive positive change in homes and in communities.

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Furanni Workshop 5,Ghari (Kunchi), Kano State, focused on post-natal care. FCI is weaving together health, empowerment and storytelling to drive positive change in homes and in communities.