Who We Are
Our Philosophy
At LCA, we firmly believe that each of us possesses an intricate web of talents, desires, interests, dreams, and abilities. When given the opportunity to spread our wings, this web has the potential to bring us inner fulfillment, outward success, and can become a powerful tool for societal transformation.
Our mission is centered on supporting young Africans in their quest to discover their unique capabilities. We do this by equipping them with knowledge through tailored training, providing guidance via focused mentorship, and connecting them to valuable resources and opportunities throughout their journey. Additionally, we actively engage in research to offer evidence-based solutions to pressing human capital challenges.
We envision a new generation of young Africans emerging from this initiative. They will leverage their acquired knowledge and unique abilities to pursue fulfilling careers, establish productive enterprises, and act as catalysts for positive change in their communities.
LCA was established to support individuals in discovering their unique capabilities and equip them with the knowledge and resources required to flourish in their careers.
LCA provides training, mentorship, scholarships as well as research on related governance and policy issues.
LCA Through The Years
Liberty Career Academy was founded as a social enterprise organization.
Launched Basic Career Discovery Course (BCDC) and Fresh Graduates Information Session for High School Students and Fresh Graduates from Post-Secondary Institutions respectively.
High School Career Training Tour (Enugu, Kwara & Lagos)
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- Launched two new programs which included the Career and Stewardship (CAS) Boot Camp for teenagers and young adults.
- Launched Liberty Mentorship Hub as a multinational growth community providing focused mentorship to undergraduates and budding professionals across different cities.
- Transited CAS Bootcamp to online delivery due to the pandemic.
- Restructured academy operations

- Launched LCA Scholarship Summit with the support of Fraser Foundation
Established Research, Advocacy & Policy Team for LCA and commenced publishing LCA Policy Briefs - Transited to full Not-for-Profit Status
- Marked LCAs 10th Year Anniversary
- Rebranded and launched new visual identity and the LCA Ecosystem
- Reached 3000 individuals' (Impact milestone).
- Expanded CAS Bootcamp to double its previous class size.
- Volunteers and program participants from Nigeria, Ghana, Ethiopia, Kenya, England, Switzerland, USA, Canada.
- Launched LCA Scholarship with tuition scholarships provided to 9 undergraduates.
Our Team
Meet The LCA Team
Gbenga Rufai
Founder & President
Oluwatayo Alofun
Programs & Special Projects Lead
Mariam Momoh
Operations & Stakeholder Mgt. Lead (North America)
Oiza Rufai
Media & Communications Lead
Glory Samuel-Adebajo
Programs and Administrative Officer
Oluyemi Fajuyitan
Operations & Stakeholder Mgt. Lead (Africa & Europe)
Christabel Akinyode
Research, Advocacy & Policy Lead
Ukeme Owoh
Scholarships, Finance & Donor Management Lead