Our Mission
To raise principled, skilled, and purpose‑driven young leaders by teaching a craft, shaping character, and unlocking pathways to mentorship and opportunity.
Our Story
In 2022, we walked into a small gathering of young people in Nigeria — some in school, some struggling, some unsure of their direction — and we asked them one question:
“If someone believed in you today, what would change in your life?”
Their answers sparked the beginning of POB Community.
Some said they wanted a skill but had no one to teach them.
Some said they needed guidance but had no mentor.
Others simply said, “I just want a chance.”
That day we realized something powerful:
when you groom a young person, you shape more than their skill — you shape their identity, their confidence, and their future.
And with that, Purpose of Barbering Community (POB Community) was born.
✨ What We’ve Done So Far
Over the last three years, we’ve trained and empowered 150+ young people across Nigeria through:
Barbering & grooming skills training
Leadership and purpose coaching
Mentorship and apprenticeship placement
Community service that builds character
A safe space where young people feel seen, guided, and supported
Many of our alumni now run small businesses, assist family income, or work in local grooming shops.
For some, POB wasn’t just a program — it was a lifeline.
Why We’re Raising Funds
In December 2026, we are launching our biggest program yet:
Cutting the Future 2026 – Lagos–Ibadan Edition
Goal: Train and empower 100+ youth
Lagos & Ibadan
️December 2026 (Date TBA)
To run this program at the level these young people deserve, we need support.
Your donation will help us provide:
Barbering tools and starter kits
Training materials & practical equipment
Venue, logistics, transportation
Mentorship resources
Refreshments, media coverage, certification
Every contribution directly impacts a young person’s future.
Why Your Support Matters
Nigeria is full of brilliant young people who simply need access — to skills, guidance, and opportunity.
POB Community offers all three.
When you donate, you aren’t just giving money.
You’re giving someone a chance to work, earn, grow, and believe again.
You’re helping a teenager learn a skill that can feed their family.
You’re helping a young adult discover purpose they never knew they had.
You’re shaping leaders who will shape their communities.
Join Our Mission
We are raising $10,000 USD to bring this vision to life across two major cities.
I can’t do this alone — but together, we can transform futures.
Thank you for supporting this mission.
Thank you for believing in young people.
Thank you for helping us cut the future, shape leaders, and empower a generation.
— Akindamola Adeoti
Founder, POB Community
150+
Youth Empowered
3 Cities Reached
4 Years of Impact
Growing Mentor Network
POB Community Leadership Team
Committed to excellence, purpose, and youth empowerment.
I am the Founder and Program Director of the Purpose of Barbering Community (POB Community) — a nonprofit initiative dedicated to empowering young people in Nigeria through barbering skills, leadership development, mentorship, and purpose-driven training.
Ensures smooth organizational communication, maintains accurate records, supports scheduling, and coordinates team operations.
manages POB Community’s financial planning, budgeting, and reporting with transparency and accountability.
Our Values
Purpose
Integrity
Leadership
Excellence
Community