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U3A NIGERIA
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Helping Third Age & Defending Elderly People’s cause through Life-Long Education and Opportunities
Mission Statement
- Our Mission, is to promote the well-being of Senior Citizens through care, education, inclusion, recreation, active and healthy ageing, re-engagement and other actions.
- We aim to provide standards for the care of Senior Citizens that are unprecedented from both the Government, Corporate Bodies and individuals in our country. We believe that by doing so, we can help make our Society a better place for everyone.
Established in 2007, registered and incorporated as an Educational Services Organization by the Corporate Affair Commission (CAC), University of the Third Age (U3A Nigeria) is recognized globally and was formally admitted as a Member of the World U3As family of Organizations in 2008.
Dr Charles Afolabi (JP)
President, U3A Nigeria
My name is Dr Afolabi Charles Israel (JP).
I am a Public Analyst, with a Military Background. International Educator, very passionate with issues of the Elderly in Nigeria and Worldwide.
I am the Founder of the University of the Third Age, U3A Nigeria ( Uni- 3A Nigeria Concept), and have been involved in Educational Gerontology since 1993 both in the United Kingdom (UK), Singapore, West Africa and Globally.
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I belong to many Voluntary Organizations and Professional Bodies around the world:
(1) President, Gerontology Nigeria Services (GNS International)
(2) President African Gerontological Society, Ages International.
(3) Governing Board Member, Association of International Universities of the Third Age, AIUTA, France.
(4) Vice President, Metropolitan Lions Club International.
(5) Member United Nations Association (UNA UK).
(6) Member of University of London Post 16 Education.
(7) Member, Institute of Adult Continue Education, England and Wales.
(8) Director General Institute of Sales Technology and Management (ISTM).
(9) President, Fire Academy Nigeria and The Society of Fire Protection Engineers, USA, Nigeria Chapter (Chartered).
I have spoken for Nigeria in the prestigious British House of Commons in the areas of:
(a) Democracy
(b) Environment
(c) Vocational Education and
(d) Human rights.
I am now propagating Lifelong Learning (LLL), Pre-Retirement Preparation in Nigeria and Worldwide and have made Paper Presentations in Four Continents, Planting Educational Gerontology in some Universities in Nigeria for an Accredited Diploma in Gerontology for Young Graduates and Health Personnel to create employment in the Health sector, Career Development and as a pathway to Higher Education in Gerontology.
HELPING NIGERIANS BUILD FUTURE
We were formed on July 1st 2007 with 35 members, but we are already growing and now have 840 members.
As a self motivated Educational Services Organization, we are concerned with the prospect of Ageing and Intergenerational Programmes and Solidarity, advancing Gerontology as a field of study in Institutions of Higher Learning, and promoting Careers on Ageing both at the Government and Private Sectors in Nigeria.
U3A Nigeria is for Education and Training, Career Development, Job Creation, Research, Language Promotion, and Propagation of Vocational Education.
We teach Gerontology and Geriatrics to care givers, Doctors, Social workers, Community Extension workers, Policy Makers, Pharmacists etc. not as a purely academic area of interest but as strategies to promote the wellbeing of older persons and also to promote intergenerational programmes and poverty reduction.
What We Do & What We Offer
At U3A Nigeria, we pursue an amazing range of topics. Some are purely academic, while others are recreational. We offer opportunities to study, create, socialize and in general, develop a better mind and body.
Curriculum
Our curriculum include subjects like Computer Programming, Business and Managerial Studies, Dramatic Art, Spoken Languages, Handicrafts in Textiles, Metal work, Book-Binding, Printing, Salesmanship, Dancing/Singing. Painting Sculpture, Music and Wellness studies.
At U3A Nigeria, we give every encouragement to seminars, reading and singing, sites of scientific archaeological or historical interest, e.g. Museum, Art collections, Houses etc.
We also encourage interchange with Universities of the Third Age around the World to exchange teaching with them, to collaborate on Research, to unite with them in the furtherance of intellectual interest of the elderly and set up Professional Research activities in the process of Ageing especially as a social
phenomenon.
New technologies & Collaborations
We try as much as possible to make use of new technologies as they become available, as our Members regard themselves as both Learners and Teachers. We collaborate with Institutions such as Museum, Galleries, Universities, Libraries, Research Centers, etc. in learning partnerships in which we and these institutions themselves may benefit through research, advancement of knowledge and Mutual Respect for “capabilities.
We also engage with Local and National Government Departments and other Agencies that formulate Lifelong Learning (LLL) policies, practices in order to influence those that relate particularly to learning in later life.
WHY JOIN U3A NIGERIA?
U3A Nigeria helps to come in various ways to reduce the intergenerational gap and bring the experiences of Elders to help the Society.
U3A Nigeria fills a very important need in our Third Age. Keeping us alive mentally and saving us from social isolation.
At U3A Nigeria, we stay fit and think young; for Healthy/Active Ageing and making friends which is the foundation of the Organization.
U3A Nigeria, is a wonderful idea. We find ways to publicize it in all our Communities throughout the Country as we liberate the Mind and Spirit of Members of the Society and help to build the infrastructure and Culture for our Third Age Population to live meaningfully and well.
Despite all odds, we at U3A Nigeria, NEVER leave the cause of Ageing which is so compelling and important.
Why Become a Member?
No Academic Requirements
There are no Academic Requirements for Membership. As a worldwide self-help body, it promotes learning for personal enjoyment and satisfaction and liberate the mind and spirit of its Members: who share their know-how instead of taking advantage of them. This is U3A Nigeria’s brand
Knowledge Sharing
As a learning Co-operative of both Older Adults and Youths, Members share many educational, creative and Leisure activities. They share their Knowledge, Skills and Experiences and learn from each other and promote Intergenerational Programmes and Solidarity. (The Older Persons and the youth learning together for productive purposes)
Civic Participation and Employment: Members have opportunities to participate in a variety of activities that contribute to their community. These include voting, running for office, serving on boards and commissions, and working with community organizations. Members also have access to resources and support that can help them find and keep a job.
Communication and Information: Members have the opportunity to share their ideas and concerns with the other members and the community. They receive relevant information on a consistent basis.
Community:
Members are part of a community of people who care about their neighborhood and the world around them. Members have the opportunity to meet new people, make new friends, and learn about new cultures.
Respect and Social Inclusion: Members are treated with respect. They also have the opportunity to participate in activities that promote social inclusion.
Social Participation:
Members have the opportunity to participate in a variety of social activities. These include attending Association events, volunteering, and participating in programs and services.
Why Become an Affiliate?
The Association of International Universities for Third Age (AIUTA) is an organisation which aims to promote collaboration and exchange between universities which offer programmes for senior citizens.
We welcome membership applications from all U3As and from organisations with the same objectives, whether at local, regional or national level, and from senior tourism and hospitality associations and firms who wish to involve themselves with international U3A activity…
As an affiliate member of AIUTA, your organisation will be able to take part in a range of activities, including:
– Exchange programmes between member universities
– Joint research projects
– Development of new curricula
– conferences and seminars
If you are interested in joining AIUTA as an affiliate member, please do not hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!
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University of the Third Age, U3A Nigeria, (Non- Conventional University)
173, Obafemi Awolowo Way, Jubilee Conference Centre,
Oke- Ado, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria