About Us
Patris Empowerment Initiative (PATRIS) is an
independent non-profit dedicated to improving the
quality of life outcomes for individuals through sociopolitical and economic interventions. Through an
intersectional approach that acknowledges the diverse
experiences of people, PATRIS understands the intricate
interplay of identity, class, gender, and socio-economic
dynamics and how these impact the well-being of
children, youth and the communities we support. Our
unwavering dedication is to elevate the living standards
of individuals, driving transformative change for the
nation.
Our foundation is built upon the pillars of empowerment, sustainable investment, and visionary leadership .Through these, PATRIS positions itself as a vanguard of hope towards a harmonious socio-political development and widespread prosperity, ensuring that no voice goes unheard and no challenge goes unaddressed. Functional Education is a cornerstone of our mission. We ardently champion access to high quality and affordable education, placing a spotlight on vulnerable communities and those sidelined from the traditional educational system. The Kingdom Citizens’ International School (KCIS) and the Kingdom Citizens’ College (KCC) are testaments to this commitment, offering premier yet affordable education to youth in Jos, Nigeria.
In furtherance to our commitment to functional education, we discern the latent potential in every individual, understanding that barriers differ based on personal and social intersections. Our initiatives span skill and leadership development, entrepreneurial enhancement, business development, and community-driven initiatives, all aimed at catalyzing socio• economic vibrancy and autonomy within the communities we serve. At PATRIS, we are driven by a vision of a society where citizens, equipped with an understanding of their unique identities and intersections, are not merely onlookers but dynamic catalysts for social change. By instilling core values of patriotism, integrity, and accountability, we shape individuals into proactive citizens – empowered to engage, challenge, and hold their leaders and governmental entities accountable.
Our History
Dr Dotun Reju
Originally called ``PATRIS INITIATIVE``, the organization had to be renamed ``PATRIS EMPOWERMENT INITIATIVE`` in 2012 for incorporation purposes. The maiden program of PATRIS was the Excellent Performance Support Scheme (EPSS), which offered scholarships to underprivileged children, including teen mothers from Jenta community, a slum in the city of Jos, Nigeria. The team also introduced annual festive donations, ensuring everyone could celebrate Christmas regardless of their financial circumstances.
Team members wore their commitment to PATRIS's values literally on their sleeves (or their cars) – a PATRIS sticker symbolized the driver's commitment to obey traffic rules and maintain their vehicle's documentation. As the initiative grew, partnerships, like the one with Grand Cereal for the ``Answers with Doctor Reju`` YouTube series, amplified their reach. PATRIS soon became the overarching body for other organizations, including Kingdom Citizens’ Pavilion (KCP), Kingdom Citizens’ International College (KCIS), and the Centre for Transformational Leadership (CTL). Each organization under PATRIS's umbrella serves a unique socio-political or economic purpose. Today, while still committed to its foundational goals of promoting patriotism and assisting the vulnerable, PATRIS emphasizes training the next generation of leaders for national transformation.
TESTIMONIALS
I've always felt discouraged about my art, it's like everyone wants to hear a particular sound or pattern of music. People want to tell you what to sing about and I've joggled between singing what's the regular and what is worth singing about. But I learnt from taking the Arts course in CTL that there is much more to write about and sing about,there should be a deliberate shift from dialect to language.Lois Obi
ARTIST
My four girls have passed through KCP Schools, both elementary and college. It has been a wonderful experience. I see the difference between them and their peers. KCP Schools offer holistic education. I am very satisfied with how my girls are turning out to be indeed future nation builders. Kudos to the management and staff of KCP Schools.Mrs. Tonia Whyte
PARENT
Being in KCC was quite an amazing experience; I had come into the school with no idea of where I was headed, I was just a child that wanted to run from home. I had gotten the chance, but instead I had found family. KCC became my home and I got the chance to express myself. KCC gave me friends for life, mentors to guide and people to fall back to. I am indeed a better person, and a promising young adult.Ifunanya Ezerioha
Undergraduate Student
I have been privileged to go through three major trainings under CTL, namely: Understanding & Engaging Worldviews, Workplace Transformation Strategies and Nation Building Transformation Strategies. These three trainings are interconnected and they were indeed transformational for me. Through it, I understood clearly that work is not secular but sacred or spiritual because it fulfills God’s purpose on earth; work is a calling and stewardship of our God given abilities and competences. I learnt to do my work as the very work of God. Today, I do my work with much diligence and excellence because my work is the expression of my faith and spirituality.Dr. Ebere N. Eze
Life Coach/Development Economist
Our Funding
Our current funding strategy encompasses various sources. This multifaceted funding approach ensures the continuity and expansion of our work and includes the following:
Students Enrolled in KCC from Inception
KCIS Students Enrolled from Inception
TEACHERS & OTHER PEOPLE Trained by KCC/CTL
Students Graduated by KCC
Our Partners
