Reg. IT 28744 · Established 2005
Uniting the Global
Yoruba Diaspora
Fun Isokan, Idagbasoke ati Ilosiwaju Omo Yoruba Lapapo
A UN/ECOSOC Special Consultative Status NGO championing unity, economic empowerment, and cultural preservation for Yoruba people across every continent.
Members Worldwide
Global Chapters
Countries Represented
Years of Impact
Consultative Status
Our Mission
Advancing Unity,
Progress & Pride
"Our mission is to genuinely and sincerely reach out to corporate entities, traditional rulers, leaders, and sons and daughters of the Yoruba race for progress and unity."
Since 2005, YIF has championed non-partisan cooperation among Yorubas at communal, local, and international levels — building bridges across a diaspora spanning five continents.
Backed by UN/ECOSOC Special Consultative Status (granted 2019) and registered as Reg. IT 28744, we are a recognised force for cultural preservation and collective advancement.
Learn Our StoryWhat We Do
Programs & Initiatives
Karo-Ojire Investments
A cooperative economy initiative enabling Yoruba families to build wealth through collective ownership, self-employment, and enterprise creation.
Scholarship Programme
Top-slot scholarships for exceptional Yoruba students at premium universities worldwide. Your heritage. Your future. Rewarded.
Order of Odua Awards
Annual recognition of illustrious Yoruba leaders — awarded the staff of distinction for their service, sacrifice, and advancement of the Yoruba people.
Youth Development
Empowering the next generation of Yoruba leaders through mentorship, skills training, and cultural engagement — at home and in the diaspora.
Voices From Our Community
What Our Members Say
YIF has transformed how we engage our Yoruba community here in South Africa. The annual awards ceremony is a highlight — it reconnects us to our roots and celebrates those who sacrifice for our people.
The scholarship programme opened doors I never thought possible. As a young Yoruba student studying abroad, having YIF's support meant I could pursue excellence without the financial burden holding me back.
Karo-Ojire is more than an investment — it is a philosophy. We are proving that the Yoruba people can organise, build collectively, and create wealth on our own terms.
Be Part of Something Bigger
Your Heritage. Your Community.
Your Foundation.
Whether you are in Lagos, London, Lisbon, or anywhere across the globe — YIF is your home. Join thousands of Yoruba people united in progress, pride, and purpose.
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