WHO WE ARE

The Poetic Mind Literary Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to harnessing the transformative power of poetry, creative writing, and holistic support services to empower vulnerable individuals—particularly children, girls, youth, and survivors of abuse, substance dependence, and gender-based violence.

Through creativity, mentorship, and healing-centered programs, we aim to foster resilience, dignity, and social reintegration, transforming personal pain into purpose and building more just, inclusive communities.

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OUR VISION

A world where children, girls, youth, and marginalized individuals heal, thrive, and lead through the power of creative expression—transforming personal pain into purpose and driving inclusive, resilient, and just communities.

OUR MISSION

To leverage the transformative power of poetry, creative writing, and integrated support services to empower children, girls, youth, and marginalized populations—particularly survivors of gender-based violence, abuse, and substance dependence—by fostering healing, self-expression, education, and reintegration.

OUR CORE VALUES – H.E.A.R.T.S

H – Healing: We promote emotional and psychological recovery through creativity.
E – Empathy: We serve with compassion and understanding.
A – Accountability: We uphold transparency and integrity.
R – Resilience: We empower individuals to rise above adversity.
T – Transformation: We believe in the power of art to create change.
S – Solidarity: We build inclusive, supportive communities.

OUR PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES

Creative Expression & Literary Therapy
Mentorship & Writer Development
Literary Events & Competitions
Publishing & Talent Promotion
Rehabilitation & Support Services
Community Outreach & Awareness
Healthcare & Wellness Missions

MEET OUR TEAM

Our dedicated team is passionate about driving impact through creativity, compassion, and commitment to building resilient and inclusive communities.

Wale Andrew Woblai

Founder & Executive Director

Wale Andrew Woblai is an author , a gifted poet, and a true architect of ideas. He excels at crafting compelling narratives and simplifying complex concepts to build bridges of understanding. His powerful communication is driven by a profound passion for empowering children, teenagers, and humanitarian service.

Ruth Joshua

Co-Founder and Program Director

Ruth Vandi Zira is a Paediatric Nurse, passionate about children's health and well-being. She is also a committed Humanitarian and an educator As a Poet, she uses words as a tool for healing, inspiration, and advocacy. Through Poetic Minds Literary Foundation, she nurtures creativity and empowers voices.

Benjamin Nathaniel

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Benjamin Nathaniel is a visionary Mechanical Engineer, Author, and Psychosocial Speaker, driven by a passion for community upliftment and empowerment. As a dedicated Humanitarian and mentor, he harnesses the power of innovation to spark transformation, ignite inspiration, and fuel progress.

Aisha Aliyu

Health and Well-being Lead

Aisha Aliyu is a multi-talented individual with a rich background as a student and poet. Her passion for reading fuels her expressive nature, which she channels into her poetry. She has written numerous poems, using her craft to explore her identity and her place in the world.

Semen Selena Lerum

Communication and Social Media Manager

Selena semen Lerum is a journalist, peace advocate, humanitarian and storyteller at heart. She loves weaving human-angle stories, sharing content across social media, and expressing herself through poetry having written many poems within the year.