The Luminary Project is a social impact initiative dedicated to accelerating the work of extraordinary Nigerians who are leading positive change in their communities.
Launched in November 2023, our mission is to support innovative, sustainable social enterprises and help them scale their impact to reach 100 million Nigerians by 2050.
Through our flagship program, the Luminary Awards, we select 20 visionary changemakers each year through a transparent and rigorous process. For a period of 12 months, these changemakers are incubated and empowered with funding, visibility, strategic support, and essential resources to amplify their efforts.
We believe that by shining a spotlight on these everyday heroes and providing the tools they need, we can spark a ripple effect of positive transformation across Nigeria, and Africa
We stretch every resource to its fullest potential, turning modest means into transformative impact.
We build for the future, ensuring today’s efforts create enduring change for generations to come.
We lead with unwavering honesty, holding ourselves accountable to the highest ethical standards.
We fuel changemakers with the support they need to unleash their full potential and drive meaningful progress.
We thrive on partnerships, knowing that together we can achieve far more than we can alone.
We push boundaries, championing bold ideas and inventive solutions to tackle society’s toughest challenges.
We embrace every voice, forging strength in diversity and ensuring that no one is left behind.
With a shared passion for social transformation, our team combines expertise in leadership, community development, and innovative solutions. We’re united by a single purpose—empowering changemakers to drive lasting, meaningful change in Nigerian communities.
Our esteemed panel of judges embodies the highest standards of integrity, fairness, and experience. With their keen insight and unwavering commitment to excellence, they carefully evaluate each nominee, ensuring that only the most deserving changemakers make it to our annual top 20 Changemakers list.
