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Becoming the Man You Are Meant to Be
Identity. Strength. Character.
You have questions about who you are, what it means to be a man and how to build a life that actually reflects that. The problem is that most of the voices speaking into those questions are either extreme, performative or simply not honest. You deserve better than that.
This summit is a space for young men 16–26 who are asking serious questions about manhood and want to build a life they can be proud of.
Our speakers are men who have navigated this stage and these questions. They will speak honestly about what shaped them and what it takes to show up in the world fully as a man — secure in his purpose and identity.
Bring your questions. The conversation will be honest and grounded in the real questions young men are asking today.
Speakers
Solomon is a Global Boy Child Advocate and Founder of Boys Quarters Africa, impacting over 500,000 Boys and 20,000 Men across Africa. A multiple TEDx Speaker, Future Awards winner, and recently listed as the top 50 Young Africans sharing and influencing culture. He leads continent-wide conversations on advocacy, leadership, sexual abuse awareness and gender equality.
Solomon O. Ayodele
Head, Product & Technology Innovation, Wema Bank
Bami Osidele works at the intersection of finance, policy and multisector partnership, with expertise in blended finance and investment-ready interventions. He has structured over 50 commercial deals, secured international financing partnerships, and leads transformational national partnerships at Macmillan Cancer Support while advancing systems change and social impact across Africa and the UK.
Bami Osidele
National Partnership Manager, Macmillan Cancer UK
Bukky Smith is a communications strategist, mentor, and social impact leader with a track record of creating campaigns that drive tangible results. She has led digital initiatives, built high-engagement digital communities, and designed programmes that empower young people to develop clarity, confidence, and actionable skills.
Bukky Smith
Communications Strategist
Becoming the Man
You Are Meant to Be
Join us for an impactful day designed to help young men discover purpose, build identity, and step boldly into their future.
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