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One Family. One Commitment.

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Welcome To The Official Website of Peace Corps of Nigeria

Founded on July 10, 1998, by renowned youth advocate Dr Dickson A. O. Akoh, the Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN) is the nation’s leading youth-focused organization, dedicated to empowering young people and promoting peace and national development.

Who We Are

icon MISSION

To connect young people with opportunities to transform their lives and creating a more peaceful society for all.

Vision

Envisions a Nigeria where all young people are adequately inspired and equipped to achieve their desired goals.

Motto

Discipline and Patriotic Services.

Core Mandate

To develop, empower and provide gainful employment for the youth, facilitate peace, volunteerism, community services, neighborhood watch and nation-building.

Who We Are

...We develop and unite individual youth to inspire civic responsibility, challenge societal barriers, and drive transformative change from the grassroots up.

Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN) is a non-profit, voluntary, non-religious, non-partisan, and non-tribal community-based organization legally registered under the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Registration No. IT 14589, dated May 1, 2002). Recognizing the impact of its work, the Federal Government of Nigeria signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Corps to support and validate its operations nationwide.

Founded on July 10, 1998, by renowned youth advocate Dr Dickson A. O. Akoh, the Peace Corps of Nigeria is one of the country’s leading youth-centered organizations. We are committed to empowering young people, promoting peace, and driving national development through programs that foster volunteerism, ethical leadership, civic responsibility, and sustainable community engagement.

With our core mandate to develop, empower, and provide gainful opportunities for the youth, PCN actively supports peacebuilding efforts, encourages neighborhood watch initiatives, and drives community-based interventions aimed at strengthening the social fabric of Nigeria.

We are formally recognized by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and the Federal Ministry of Education for our contributions to youth advancement and civic education in schools and communities.

On the global stage, PCN holds Special Consultative Status with both the United Nations (UN) and the African Union (AU). We also collaborate with international partners such as UNESCO, UNEP, the UN Global Compact, and the Global Network for Civil Society Organizations, contributing meaningfully to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our Impact

Over the past 26 years, Peace Corps of Nigeria has grown into a nationwide movement with over 187,000 trained members, including volunteers and staff. We have active presence in all 36 states of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory, making us one of the most grassroots-connected organizations in the country.

Our Core Focus Areas

Youth Empowerment & Skill Development
Peacebuilding & Community Service
Volunteerism & Neighborhood Watch
Ethical Leadership & Citizenship Education

Through our commitment to service, unity, and development, PCN continues to build a future where Nigerian youth are inspired, engaged, and empowered to lead change in their communities and beyond.

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From its inception to date, PCN and its members have encountered diverse contemporary challenges, but each member of the Corps had been trained to approach such challenges with strict discipline, unwavering patriotism and undying passion.

The efforts of Peace Corps officers, particularly in Schools and Colleges, represent an enduring legacy of selfless service, and have become a significant part of social mobilisation of the Nigerian youths in the onerous task of nation-building.

At PCN, we bring the right people together to challenge conventional thinking and drive meaningful transformation.

We prioritize diverse voices and social inclusion to ensure that youth realize their full potential.

We are committed to amplifying diverse voices and advancing social inclusion, ensuring that every young person has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.

We recognize that youth are not a homogenous group—each individual has unique experiences, strengths, and aspirations. That’s why we focus on creating equitable opportunities that empower all young people to realize their full potential and shape a better, more inclusive world.

To support youth across the country in building the futures they envision, PCN is dedicated to removing systemic barriers and promoting equal access to opportunities and outcomes for all.

We Bring the right people together to challenge established thinking and Drive Transformation.

We are in a bid to fill the void by providing a veritable platform for intelligence networking.

Our programs are grounded with local contents by local partners around the globe,
and ably supported by PCN members and volunteers across the country.
This helps us to proffer solutions that address real needs, challenges and explore opportunities.

We Bring the right people together to challenge established thinking and Drive Transformation.

Our enduring legacy of selfless service, have become a significant part of social mobilisation of the Nigerian youths in the onerous task of nation-building.

In the last 22 years, PCN has demonstrated commitment to positive and impactful youth development in Nigeria, and has gained a track record of programmatic achievements,
During this period also, the world around us has changed significantly.
With an estimated over 1.2 billion young people now on the planet, a significant number of whom are not in school, work or any form of training, we see the need to scale up our intervention and impact quickly..

We Bring the right people together to challenge established thinking and Drive Transformation.

Our comprehensive and practical orientation programmes serve as social mechanisms to assist the youth to cope with the many challenges of the 21^st century.

Globally, employers have identified two (2) critical gaps-relevant technical skills and life skills.
PCN initiatives improve skills alignment and equip young people with skills to effectively contribute meaningfully to the workplace, excel in self-employment or as entrepreneurs.

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From its inception to date, PCN and its members have encountered diverse contemporary challenges, but each member of the Corps had been trained to approach such challenges with strict discipline, unwavering patriotism and undying passion.

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Our Driving Philosophy

The Peace Corps of Nigeria is founded on the conviction that properly guided and purpose-driven youth possess the capacity to address the most pressing challenges of our time.

For over 26 years, the organization has consistently led coordinated and impactful initiatives aimed at harnessing the potential of Nigeria’s young population. Central to our mission is the development of strategic partnerships and the implementation of well-structured programs that prepare young individuals to excel as responsible citizens, competent professionals, visionary entrepreneurs, and agents of transformative change.

The PCN Academy

The Peace Corps of Nigeria has commenced a vigorous fundraising drive towards the completion of its premier academy..

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View Locations

PCN is available in all 36 states of the federation & Federal Capital Territory. Click below to see a full listing of Addresses & Links.

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For more than two & half decades, PCN has worked with corporate partners, educational institutions and international organizations.

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BECOME A MEMBER

Membership in the Peace Corps of Nigeria (PCN) is open to all Nigerian youths, regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender, or social status. With a growing network of over 187,000 members, including both regular members, and dedicated volunteers; PCN continues to be a powerful force for positive change across the country.

PCN is firmly rooted in all 36 states of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory, with a well-organized branch structure that ensures effective coordination and outreach.

As a member, you'll be part of a national movement focused on promoting peace, youth empowerment, volunteerism, humanitarian service, and environmental sustainability. Join us in building a more peaceful and progressive Nigeria.

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Regular Members

Membership of the organization is exclusively preserved for Nigerian citizens, and is open to all youth, both male and female, irrespective of political and social status, ethnicity, State of origin or religious affiliation.

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Student Membership

In accordance with the relevant provisions of the Constitution of PCN, membership of the organization is open to all students of educational institutions, from the secondary to tertiary levels. Membership is on voluntary basis.

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Volunteer Member

PCN also has a provision for employed and retired professionals in various fields, to create positive impact in society by serving as Peace Corps Volunteers.provided such individuals are willing to commit their time, energy,..

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