Youth confidence
Talent Fest 2026
A December platform where children and young people can be recognised for their creativity, build confidence and experience a community that takes their potential seriously.
The purpose
A clear need deserves a clear response.
Talent is present in every community, but access to a stage, encouragement and patient support is not. Talent Fest exists to create that space for children who are too often known only by the difficulties around them.
The maiden 2025 event brought together 320 children from orphanages across the FCT and Nasarawa State. Alongside music, dance, comedy and martial arts, participating homes received food, toiletries and other essentials, healthcare professionals offered free checks, and outstanding performances were recognised with prizes.
For December 2026, Lifeshare intends to carry those lessons forward: prepare with participating homes, create a child-centred programme, widen the circle of responsible partners and make the experience meaningful beyond one day. The final venue, participating homes and programme schedule will be published only after confirmation.
- When
- December 2026
- Who it is for
- Children, Young people, Orphanage homes
- What matters most
- Youth confidence
How the idea becomes useful
Building the next Talent Fest with care.
Listen before planning
Work with caregivers and participating homes to understand children’s interests, access needs and safeguarding requirements.
Prepare, not just perform
Create room for rehearsals, mentoring and encouragement so children can take part with confidence rather than pressure.
Celebrate every child
Design a welcoming day of creative expression, practical care and recognition in which participation matters as much as prizes.
Leave useful support
Connect the celebration with carefully confirmed supplies and follow-up support for participating care homes.
Ways to help
Give what the programme can use.
Programme sponsorship
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Creative materials
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Prizes and recognition
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Volunteer support
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Event services
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Take part
Ask what would help most.
Contact the team if you want to volunteer, partner, share useful items or give towards a particular campaign. We will help you find the right next step.