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admin A young Nigerian, Ms. Oyindamola Adesina, has been honoured in Vancouver, Canada, for her efforts at revolutionising Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education, and empowering young Nigerians, particularly girls, to pursue careers in STEM.
Oyindamola is the founder of Augment Potentials and a co-founder of Simbibot. She was recognised at the Youth Congress held at the British Columbia University, Vancouver.
Her journey to the Youth Congress began with her selection as a fully funded delegate by Voice for Rights International. She shared her story and work at Augment Potentials.
According to Oyindamola, Augment Potentials’ mission is to transform STEM education in Nigeria.
She added: “The organisation’s focus on delivering quality, practical, and hands-on learning experiences has positively impacted hundreds of young Nigerians. Since inception in October 2023, Augment Potentials has mentored over 200 youths, empowered over 1,000 students with practical STEM education and pioneered STEM clubs in over 15 schools.
“This has provided guidance and support to young minds as they navigate their academic and professional aspirations in STEM fields, equipped students with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in the ever-evolving world of science and technology, and foster a culture of curiosity, innovation, and collaboration within educational institutions across Nigeria.”
Ms. Oyinidamola also highlighted an upcoming event to mark the International Day of the Girl-Child, scheduled for October 11 across various states in Nigeria.
“This initiative underscores Augment Potentials’ dedication to promoting STEM education for girls, empowering girls and advocating for girls’ rights with the hope of breaking barriers and encouraging girls to embrace the exciting possibilities within STEM fields to boost their confidence, leadership skills, and growth mindset that will allow them reach their full potential,” she said.
Oyindamola’s story extends beyond her achievements at Augment Potentials. She openly shared her struggles, including living with Sickle Cell disease and facing limited career prospects.
This did not deter her though because through determination and a thirst for knowledge, Oyindamola became a self-taught software engineer. She then transitioned to product management and co-founded Simbibot, an ed-tech startup, further solidifying her commitment to educational innovation.
