Partnerships
Stronger partnerships create wider access to opportunity.
De'FES collaborates with schools, universities, technology organisations, companies, government institutions, development partners, and community groups.
We work with partners who share our commitment to practical education — from school STEM clubs to corporate training and development programmes.
Relationship types
De'FES builds partnerships at different stages — from first conversations to long-running collaborations that shape programmes, innovation work, and learner outcomes across the region.
Active partners
Organisations currently working with De'FES on STEM programmes, training delivery, or innovation projects — including ongoing collaborations with IoT Ghana, STEMAID, and Bountiful Technologies.
Past collaborators
Schools, institutions, and community groups supported through workshops, WASSCE preparation, STEM fairs, and short-term training engagements that laid the foundation for wider impact.
Agreements in progress
Formal partnership frameworks and MOUs being finalised with schools, universities, and industry bodies — defining scope, responsibilities, delivery timelines, and shared success measures.
Open discussions
Organisations exploring how to work with De'FES — from corporate CSR STEM initiatives and workforce training to university outreach and community youth programmes.
Partnership models
Whether you represent a school, company, NGO, or technology team, there is a partnership pathway designed to match your goals, audience, and capacity for delivery.
School partnerships
STEM clubs, after-school programmes, teacher support, innovation labs, and term-based projects that bring practical, hands-on learning directly into the classroom.
Academic partnerships
WASSCE preparation support, university outreach, curriculum-aligned workshops, and research collaborations that connect academic theory to applied problem-solving.
Corporate partnerships
Workforce upskilling, technical training for teams, CSR STEM initiatives, and internship pathways that develop job-ready skills aligned to industry needs.
Development & NGO partnerships
Community outreach, youth empowerment programmes, sponsored learner pathways, and regional education initiatives with clear, measurable social impact.
Technology partnerships
Co-development of prototypes, IoT and embedded systems projects, innovation demonstrations, and technical solutions that serve both education and industry.
Regional collaboration
De'FES is exploring relationships with educational institutions in Cameroon and Niamey, Niger, as part of a broader ambition to contribute to skills development and educational collaboration across West Africa. Specific regional relationships will be published after approval by participating institutions.
What success looks like
Clear learner outcomes
Documented project work
Attendance and activity records
Learner feedback and assessments
Outcome reporting for partners
What partners can expect
A partnership built on clarity, craft, and accountability.
We treat every collaboration as a shared commitment — not a one-off transaction. From the first conversation to the final report, partners receive structure, transparency, and delivery they can stand behind.
“Strong partnerships are not signed on paper alone — they are built through consistent communication, practical results, and mutual respect.”
The De'FES partnership promise
Aligned from day one
Clear objectives
Every partnership begins with a structured planning conversation — defining goals, timelines, deliverables, and success measures so both sides know exactly what success looks like.
Always in the loop
Professional communication
A dedicated liaison keeps you updated with regular check-ins, progress summaries, and direct access when questions arise — no chasing, no guesswork.
Hands-on, not hand-wavy
Practical delivery
Programmes use real tools, working equipment, and applied projects. Learners build, test, troubleshoot, and complete work they can show — not sit through slides alone.
Voices heard, progress tracked
Learner feedback
Structured assessments, satisfaction surveys, and facilitator observations capture how learners engage, what they gain, and where support is needed most.
Evidence you can share
Outcome reporting
Post-programme reports summarise participation, skills developed, project outcomes, and recommended next steps — ready for internal review or stakeholder updates.
Your name, treated with care
Responsible brand representation
Co-branded materials, public-facing sessions, and community engagements are handled professionally — reflecting well on your organisation at every touchpoint.
FAQ
Clear answers before you take the next step.
Quick answers about programmes, applications, location, certificates, and sponsorship.
Take the next step
The next step can begin with one practical skill.
Whether you are preparing for an examination, exploring technology, developing a trade, planning a school programme, or seeking an implementation partner, De'FES is ready to support your journey.