Where Every
Story Begins
A Youth Wellbeing Initiative Supporting 101 Young Nigerians through Storytelling, Peer Connection, and Community.
Millions of young Nigerians are navigating real pressure — financial stress, family expectations, emotional pain — with nowhere safe to process it.
TSH 101 is the first step toward changing that. One structured program. 101 young people. Four weeks of guided storytelling, peer connection, and community support that reminds every participant they are not alone in what they are carrying.
And the beginning of something much bigger.
A Structured Step
Forward
In 2026, Twayne Safe Haven is launching TSH 101 — our first structured, fully documented youth wellbeing cohort — designed to support 101 young Nigerians through guided community engagement, storytelling, and peer connection.
For over a decade, TSH has provided a safe space where young people can share their experiences, feel seen, and build meaningful connections. TSH 101 represents an important step forward: moving from informal community support to a structured, scalable program model with measurable outcomes.
The Gap
We're Bridging
Many young people experience emotional challenges, uncertainty, and social pressure without safe environments to express themselves or receive guidance.
In Nigeria, mental health stigma remains significant, and access to professional support is often limited due to financial barriers and availability of services. As a result, many young people struggle silently without early support or safe spaces to talk about what they are experiencing.
Community-based initiatives like TSH 101 help bridge this gap by providing supportive environments where young people can build confidence, develop emotional awareness, and connect with peers before challenges escalate.
What TSH 101
Includes
Participants engage in a combination of online and in-person activities:
- Guided wellbeing and self-development sessions
- Peer support and connection circles
- Storytelling and self-expression activities
- Reflection and growth exercises
- Community connection experiences
- Safe discussion environments with clear support pathways
- Online Sessions — Weekly, 1–2 per week
- Peer Circles — Small moderated groups
- In-Person Event — Lagos hub gathering (40–60 participants)
Who Will
Participate
101 Young People
Cumulative across online and in-person activities
18–30 Years
Open to young adults across Nigeria
Lagos, Delta, Enugu, Akwa Ibom, Abuja
And surrounding regions nationwide
Open Application
Simple screening for interest in personal growth, storytelling, and community
4 Weeks of
Guided Growth
TSH 101 runs as a 4-week cohort experience combining online engagement and local connection activities.
Online Connection & Growth
Guided wellbeing sessions, peer support circles, storytelling and self-reflection activities, small group discussions, and trust building.
Community Connection & Reflection
Optional local hangouts, Lagos in-person gathering (40–60 participants), reflection and celebration, closing conversations.
Recruitment & Onboarding
Participant selection, orientation, and program preparation.
Program Delivery
Four weeks of guided sessions, community activities, and participant engagement.
Documentation & Reflection
Capturing stories, insights, and key learning moments from participants.
Outputs & Reporting
Preparing outputs, organising materials, and completing pilot reporting.
Each guided session lasts approximately 90 minutes and typically includes:
- Welcome and emotional check-in
- Facilitated discussion on a wellbeing topic
- Small group reflection or storytelling exercise
- Practical tools or self-reflection prompts
- Closing reflections and peer connection
Example topics include self-confidence, identity, navigating stress, relationships, emotional awareness, and personal growth.
Support &
Moderation
Sessions are facilitated by 2 lead facilitators supported by 4–6 trained peer moderators.
- Community facilitators from Twayne Safe Haven
- Guest contributors in youth development and wellbeing
- Peer moderators supporting small group discussions
- Group facilitation skills
- Active listening and confidentiality boundaries
- Responding to distress and escalation procedures
Safety &
Referral Approach
TSH 101 provides non-clinical peer support, not therapy or medical treatment.
Participants will be informed about confidentiality expectations and limits — including situations where safety concerns require escalation.
If a participant expresses serious distress or requests professional help, facilitators will guide them toward local mental health professionals, trusted community services, or available helplines. Emergency situations are referred to appropriate local services.
A key goal of TSH 101 is to document participant experiences through video testimonials, participant reflections, photos and short stories, and session highlights — capturing authentic impact and building a repeatable model for expansion.
Pilot Budget
Overview — $2,500
A simple breakdown of how pilot funds will be used.
| Facilitation stipends | $500 |
| Data / internet support | $200 |
| Lagos event space & refreshments | $700 |
| Local meetup micro-grants | $400 |
| Documentation & media | $400 |
| Program coordination & admin | $300 |
| Total | $2,500 |
Costs are kept manageable through volunteer support, community partnerships, donated or low-cost venues, and a hybrid delivery model.
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What We Aim
to Achieve
- Confidence and self-expression
- Sense of belonging and connection
- Emotional awareness and willingness to seek support
- Peer relationship development
11+ Years of
Building Safe Spaces
Twayne Safe Haven is a youth storytelling and wellbeing community that has existed for over 11 years, creating safe spaces for young people to share their experiences, feel seen, and build meaningful connections.
TSH 101 represents the next stage of our journey — building structured programs that can grow and reach more young people across Nigeria.
Supported by
Third & Ten Consulting
TSH 101 is supported by Third & Ten Consulting, a strategic consulting firm committed to empowering organizations and communities to reach their full potential.
How to Support or Collaborate
We welcome individuals and organisations who would like to support or collaborate with this initiative.
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