Our Story
TechNest Community started from a clear gap.Too many people are interested in technology but feel insecure where to begin, how to grow, or who to turn to for guidance. Others are already learning but feel disconnected, unsupported, or invisible within the ecosystem.TechNest was created to be that missing bridge.What began as community conversations grew into structured programs, mentorship opportunities, and community events such as Tech in the Park, designed to make technology feel open, accessible, and part of everyday life. From the beginning, the goal has been simple and consistent: Build a space where people can learn, grow, and belong without needing permission or prior experience.TechNest is not about shortcuts. It is about support, clarity, and sustainable growth.

What We Do
TechNest designs programs and experiences that help people move from curiosity to confidence and from learning to opportunity. Our work includes:
Mentorship & Internship pathways
We connect learners with experienced professionals and real internship opportunities, providing guidance, accountability, and hands-on industry exposure to accelerate career growth.

Hands-On Tech & Digital skills program
Our programs focuses on practical in-demand digital skills taught through real projects, tools, and workflows, ensuring learners gain job-ready experience, not just theory.

Community Events
We host workshops, meetups, and tech events like "TECH IN THE PARK" that brings learners, professionals, and industry leaders together to learn, share ideas and build meaningful connections.

Strategic Partnerships
We collaborate with forward-thinking companies, institutions, and tech communities to create opportunities, drive innovations and expand access to skills, talents and resources. Everything we do is built with intention, relevance and long term impact in mind.

Our Vision, Mission and Values.
Our mission is to empower individuals with practical, in-demand digital skills through hands-on learning, mentorship, and internship pathways that prepares them for real world opportunities. We envisioned an inclusive and thriving tech ecosystem where talent is nurtured, communities are strengthened through events and collaborations. Guided by values of integrity, continuous learning and impact. We work closely with mentors, industry partners to build strategic relationships that expands access to skills, knowledge, and meaningful career pathways.



Our Mission
To create inclusive pathways into technology through mentorship, education, and community driven programs that support long term growth and opportunity.

Our Values
Access over gatekeeping
Learning should be welcoming and understandable.
Community over competition
Growth happens faster when we build together.
Progress over perfection
Consistency matters more than comparison.
Impact over optics
We focus on real outcomes, not surface level inclusion.

Our Vision
A tech ecosystem where women, youth, newcomers, and marginalized communities are equipped to build, lead, and thrive.
Our Board OF Directors

Afolasade Bello
Founder / Director

Abdul Kabir
Director of Programs

Suliat Alaga
Co-Founder

Chinedu Wisdom
Director of Fundraising
Other Team Members

Ebarim Patrick
Product Designer

Olamide Anifowoshe
IT Project Manager

Ali Farhang
Data Scientist

Raj Prajapati
Admin Support

Tomiwa Owolabi
Project Manager

Maryam Tumininu
Social Media Lead

Eshita Gupta
Program Coordinator

Oche Ogbole
Product Designer

Victor Okpare
Tech Support
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