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Support EFN

Back the next generation of engineers.

EFN is a registered charity in England and Wales. Your support helps us mentor young people into engineering, share knowledge between the UK and Nigeria, and influence how engineering develops in Nigeria.

See ways to give Sponsor or partner

Registered charity no. 1117948

Group photograph of around thirty workshop participants, some seated and some standing, in front of a presentation screen.
Fig. 1 — Members and guests at an EFN workshop.

What your support makes possible

One bridge, four strands of work.

EFN exists to influence the development of engineering in Nigeria, and to open engineering to young people in the UK. This is the work your support sustains.

  1. Five participants wearing lanyards pose in front of a presentation screen beside an EFN banner.

    01

    Mentoring young engineers

    EFN Ambassadors mentor young people from Black and ethnic minority groups and raise awareness of careers in engineering.

    In practice Student members are mentored by EFN Ambassadors.

    About EFN Ambassadors
  2. Panel members seated at the front of the room; one speaks into a microphone.

    02

    Sharing knowledge

    Conferences, seminars and technical site visits bring engineers, investors and policymakers into the same room.

    In practice Site visits to Sizewell B (2022) and Westmill Wind Farm & Solar Park (2021).

    Past events
  3. Four delegates in suits seated in a row, smiling towards the camera.

    03

    Building capacity in Nigeria

    Helping new methods and technology reach Nigeria, where young engineers are eager to train to international standards.

    In practice We work with NSE and COREN, and run the UK route to both.

    NSE and COREN routes
  4. A lorry-mounted crane lifts a pair of solar panels on a hillside site.

    04

    Sustainable development

    We recognise our responsibility for the environment by promoting sustainable engineering development in Nigeria.

    In practice 2022 conference: renewable energy and the development prospects for Nigeria.

    Read: solar research

Ways to give

Give money, time or influence.

Every kind of support counts. Give by bank transfer, back our work as an organisation, or put your own expertise to use.

Give by bank transfer

Bank
NatWest
Account name
Engineering Forum of Nigerians (EFN) UK
Account number
66031583
Sort code
51-50-10
Reference
Your full name

For a donation, add ‘Donation’ after your name in the reference.

Registered charity no. 1117948. If you are a UK taxpayer, Gift Aid lets us claim an extra 25p for every £1 you give. Email admin@efn.org.uk for a Gift Aid declaration.

More ways to support EFN

  • Sponsor or partner with us

    Organisations can sponsor our annual conference, host a technical visit or open doors to industry for our members.

    Ways to partner Talk to us

  • Give your time or expertise

    Mentor as an EFN Ambassador, speak at an event, or help run the Forum.

    Get involved

  • Become a member

    Membership starts at £15 a year, and every member adds weight to what EFN can do.

    Join EFN
Portrait of Engr Patrick Obidoyin, Financial Secretary

Engr Patrick Obidoyin Financial Secretary

Transparency

Want to know how funds are used? Ask us.

Our Financial Secretary, Engr Patrick Obidoyin, will answer questions about donations and how they are spent. Email admin@efn.org.uk.

Email the Financial Secretary