Pillar 01
Action
Make readiness visible.
Public evidence and state-level readiness scoring.
About CCAIE
A youth-led climate non-profit, registered in Nigeria and the US.
Working across three pillars — Action, Innovation, and Engagement — with young people, schools, and communities across Nigeria.
Who we are
CCAIE is a youth-led climate organization working across action, innovation, and engagement — with young people, schools, and communities across Nigeria.
Our story
Founded in 2024 with a continent-wide mandate, we sharpened our focus once we saw who we were actually reaching: students, teachers, young innovators. Today we're youth-first.
How we work
Three pillars. Six programs.
One taxonomy. Every program belongs to one pillar.
Pillar 02
Innovation
Build youth-led solutions.
A pathway from concern to prototype, with mentorship and tools.
Pillar 03
Engagement
Bring climate into public life.
Schools, children's cohorts, art, and dialogue in classrooms and communities.
Mission
To advance climate action, innovation, and engagement by building accountability tools, education programs, and public engagement platforms that strengthen climate readiness across Africa.
Vision
An Africa where young people, schools, communities, and institutions are equipped to understand climate risks, build practical solutions, and act for resilience.
Values
01
Youth agency
Young people as learners, builders, and voices for change.
02
Learning for action
Climate education that leads to practical steps.
03
Accountability
Climate action, visible and evidence-based.
04
Practical innovation
Solutions rooted in real problems.
05
Public engagement
Spaces to speak, reflect, and participate.
06
Local relevance
Work grounded in African realities.
07
Collaboration
Partnerships across schools, civil society, and communities.
Leadership
Founder and trustees
Led by its founder and governed by a small trustee body.
Founder
A'aron John
Public sector innovation and urban resilience. Ex-Deputy Administrator, Kaduna Capital Territory Authority, and pioneer Chief Resilience Officer, Kaduna Office of Resilience.
Trustee
Praise Amavi Agbe
Digital strategy, program management, and policy implementation across public and non-governmental sectors.
Trustee
Dr. Ije Anusim
Medical doctor, climate and technology advocate.
Trustee
IncomingDr. Abel Owotemu
20+ years in impact investing and sustainable finance across Sub-Saharan Africa and MENA.
For due diligence, media, or partnership documentation, email aaron.john@ccaie.org or praise.agbe@ccaie.org.
Recognition
Where our work has been seen
The Earthshot Prize
CCAIE joined global climate leaders and HRH Prince William on stage at The Earthshot Prize in Cape Town.
Watch the moment →Acumen Academy
CCAIE leadership recognized through Acumen Academy's fellowship pathways for social change practitioners.
Asian Forum on Global Governance
CCAIE invited to present a strategic outlook on Africa's climate response.
Registration & governance
Registered in Nigeria and the US
Two non-profit entities: a Nigerian NGO and a US 501(c)(3) in Delaware.
Nigeria
Centre for Climate Action, Innovation and Engagement
Incorporated 30 May 2024 as a Nigerian non-profit corporate body.
CAC Registration
RC 7532238
Tax Clearance
TCC 224127483532
SCUML Certificate
SCUML 151420215
NSITF Employer
1004489024
Registered office: Plot 406, 45 Road, 1st Avenue, Abuja, Nigeria · +234 703 498 8464
United States
Centre for Climate Action, Innovation & Engagement, Inc.
Supports international operations, partnerships, and tax-deductible U.S. giving.
- · Incorporated in the State of Delaware
- · 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity
- · U.S. mailing address: 1023 Irving Street NE, Washington, D.C. 20017
EIN and IRS determination letter available on request for donor due diligence.
Due-diligence documents and the 2024 annual report are available on request at info@ccaie.org.
Work with CCAIE
Partner, volunteer, or fund the work.