A leading German multinational known for its WAW, Nittol and Got2B brands, Henkel Nigeria has delivered science training to pupils of Aanuoluwapo Primary School and Progressive Primary School in Agege Council of Lagos State under its Forscherwelt (Researchers’ World) Initiative.
Planned to coincide with this year’s International Children’s Day, the sessions combined practical activities with engaging discussions, fostering curiosity and a hands-on approach to learning.
Together, Ms. Adebayo-Soliu Modinah from Girls and Women Empowerment and Technological Organization (GWETO), a partner NGO and Henkel employees, provided an engaging and interactive experience that simplified critical scientific concepts for the pupils.
Henkel staff members were actively present to support and participate in the sessions ensuring an enriching learning experience for the pupils. The schools expressed their gratitude for Henkel’s impactful initiative.
The Forscherwelt initiative showcases Henkel’s commitment to education, and to corporate social responsibility, demonstrating its dedication to enriching and improving lives as “Pioneers at heart for the good of generations. Henkel Nigeria is dedicated to expanding partnerships and corporate social responsibility initiatives that foster positive change.
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Speaking on the initiative, Managing Director of Henkel Nigeria, Rajat Kapur, emphasized the company’s commitment to fostering education and sustainable development in Nigeria.
“Through our Forscherwelt Initiative, we aim to inspire the next generation of scientists by making learning both fun and impactful.
“The training sessions at Aanuoluwapo and Progressive Primary Schools are part of our broader mission to empower young minds with knowledge that extends beyond the classroom. We are proud to collaborate with GWETO to make this vision a reality,” he said.
The Forscherwelt Initiative, a Henkel global educational programme, focuses on fostering scientific curiosity in children through hands-on experiments and practical training sessions. Henkel Nigeria remains committed to promoting educational initiatives that align with its corporate social responsibility goals, inspiring young learners to explore and excel in the fields of science and technology.
Henkel Nigeria is a subsidiary of Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, a German
