Name: Mariya Shuaibu Suleiman Position: Ema4kids Advisory Board Member

👩🏽‍💻 Who is Mariya Suleiman?

Mariya Shuaibu Suleiman is an Ema4kids Advisory Board Member, a dedicated journalist, researcher, and social impact advocate passionate about amplifying marginalized voices across Nigeria. She is the Founder and Executive Director of the Voices Beyond Silence Initiative (VOBSI), a nonprofit committed to justice, storytelling, and empowerment for vulnerable communities.

A graduate of Bayero University, Kano, Mariya has written for top media platforms such as Premium Times, spotlighting governance, gender equity, and social inclusion.

🚀 Her Plans for Ema4kids

As a board member, Mariya brings her passion for storytelling, justice, and advocacy to help Ema4kids:

Amplify the stories of orphans and vulnerable youth to inspire support and change.

Develop media and advocacy initiatives to fight exploitation and promote child protection.

Support gender equality and youth empowerment programs within conflicted communities.

Mentor young leaders, encouraging them to use their voices for peace and transformation.

✨ At Ema4kids, we are honored to have Mariya as an Advisory Board Member. Her vision, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to justice strengthen our mission to support orphans and vulnerable youth through education, empowerment, and protection from exploitation and violence.