While many see a gap in Nigeria’s educational system, Morenike Keye sees a mission. Through her non-profit, Dews and Aire Career Guidance, Keye is transforming her own history of childhood instability into a roadmap for the next generation.
Founded in 2024, the organization has quickly pivoted from an informal passion project into a structured powerhouse for youth empowerment. Keye isn’t just offering a helping hand; she is building a launchpad for careers that haven’t even started yet.
Turning Pain into Purpose
Keye’s drive stems from a personal “why.” Growing up without a steady mentor, she recognized a silent epidemic of unsupported children navigating life’s hurdles alone.
“I realized many children face these same challenges in silence,” Keye notes. “I’ve dedicated my career to ensuring they have the resources I never had.”
What began as a grassroots effort funded by personal savings and a few believers has evolved into a strategic operation. Dews and Aire differentiates itself through a holistic framework: it’s not just about immediate aid, but about long-term psychological and professional “modeling.”
The Blueprint for Impact
In an economy currently battling high inflation, Keye has kept the foundation afloat through aggressive strategic budgeting and hyper-local partnerships. Her strategy focuses on three core pillars:
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Holistic Mentorship: Ensuring every child feels “seen and heard.”
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Career Discovery: Equipping youngsters with the skills to navigate modern industries.
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Scalable Networks: Leveraging schools and community leaders to bypass logistical hurdles.
The Road Ahead: Scaling the Vision
Despite hurdles like limited funding and the difficulty of reaching remote regions, Keye remains undeterred. The 2026 outlook for the foundation involves a massive expansion into new communities, the introduction of technical skill-building workshops, and a deeper integration with corporate sponsors.
For Keye, the philosophy for social entrepreneurs is simple: Start small, solve real problems, and stay persistent.
“Impact,” she insists, “comes from consistent action, not just ideas.”
