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Restoring Hope, Touching Lives, and Building a Better Future

FOUNDER & CEO
Rev. Fr. Unyime (Paschal) Udofia Okpon

Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Father Okpon Empowerment Foundation (FOEF)

ORIGIN: Mbiokporo 1, Nsit Ibom LGA, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Rev. Fr. Unyime Okpon is an ordained Catholic parish priest of St. Michael Church, Campbell Town, Tasmania, Australia (ordained on 15th September 2017). With a rich academic background and a strong spiritual calling, he has dedicated his life to education, empowerment, and service to humanity.

LEGAL STATUS:
  • Established: 30th August 2021
  • Registered with CAC (Nigeria): 16th August 2025
  • Type: Non-Governmental, Non-Profit Organization (NGO)
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
  • 1997: First School Leaving Certificate
    St. Louis Primary School
  • 2002: West African School Certificate
    Government Technical College, Ewet Uyo
  • 2011: B.A. Philosophy
    Salesian Pontifical University, Rome
  • 2016: B.A. Theology
    University of Divinity, Australia
  • 2017: Master of Theological Studies
    University of Divinity, Australia
FOUNDATION OVERVIEW

Father Okpon Empowerment Foundation (FOEF) was established on 30th August 2021 and became officially registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) of Nigeria on 16th August 2025. FOEF exists as a beacon of hope and transformation, committed to uplifting the less privileged, empowering youth and Women, and creating platforms for spiritual, social, and economic growth.

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Our Foundation

What We Stand For

FOEF is known for:

Capacity Building & Skill Acquisition
Youth and Women Empowerment
Entrepreneurial Support & Development
Spiritual Alignment for Success
Community Development & Poverty Alleviation
Raising Leaders with Moral, Spiritual & Economic Values

The foundation is globally recognized for combining practical empowerment with moral and spiritual values to raise leaders who make a lasting impact across nations.

Vision Statement

To become a global force in empowering individuals and communities with the knowledge, skills, and spiritual values necessary for personal growth, economic independence, and societal transformation.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to:

  • Empower lives through education, mentorship, training, and skill development.
  • Support communities by providing resources, opportunities, and sustainable initiatives that fight poverty and promote growth.
  • Raise leaders who are morally, spiritually, and economically equipped to make a global impact.
  • Promote unity and self-reliance by helping individuals discover their potential and live purposeful lives.
What We Do

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Educational Support

We provide scholarships, school supplies, and mentorship to underprivileged children, ensuring access to quality education and a brighter future.

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Empowerment Programmes

Through vocational training and small business support, we empower Women and youths to become self-reliant and financially independent.

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Elderly Care & Welfare

We extend compassion and support to the elderly through welfare programmes that provide care, medical help, and emotional companionship.

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Father Okpon Empowerment Foundation (FOEF)

Father Okpon Empowerment Foundation (FOEF) is dedicated to empowering the less privileged through education, skills training, and social support. We are committed to building a compassionate society where everyone can live with dignity and hope.

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2 Mbiakot Drive off Afia Etoi Street Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

+234 814 415 7845

fr.okponfoundation@gmail.com

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