Mission
To equip individuals with market ready vocational and entrepreneurial skills through accessible, quality education that drives economic independence and innovation.
About Meristem
Meristem VEII is Nigeria’s vocational entrepreneurship and innovation institute, powered by Coderina.org. For nearly a decade we have equipped ambitious young Africans with practical, market ready skills, pairing hands on training with real industry mentorship to turn potential into prosperity. We remain true to one conviction: that skill, not circumstance, should decide a person’s future.
Vision
A continent where every young person can build a thriving livelihood through practical skills, entrepreneurship and innovation, regardless of background.
History
Founded in 2015 in Lagos by Coderina.org, Meristem began with a single workshop and a simple belief. Today we have trained over 5,000 graduates across the country.
Our Difference
Meristem runs a learn by doingmodel. Every programme blends real world projects, industry mentorship and a guaranteed portfolio, so graduates leave ready to earn from day one. We don’t just certify our learners; we make them capable, confident and connected to the people who hire.
Students We
Serve
Through immersive, project based training, Meristem supports, motivates and empowers learners across every stage of their journey, whatever their starting point:
Recent Graduates
Career Switchers
Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Out of School Youth
Women in Tech
SME & Business Owners
Returning Professionals
Creative Freelancers
NYSC Members
Corporate Teams
Persons with Disabilities
Leadership
With decades of combined experience across education, technology and enterprise, our leadership team is committed to fostering a culture of learning, innovation and collaboration, and to providing the highest quality of support to our learners and partners across Africa.
Our Approach
We strive to create real, lasting economic impact for young Africans and the communities around them by focusing on practical skills, entrepreneurship and lifelong mentorship.
Hands On Skills Training
The Meristem Method
Success Metrics
We envision an Africa where every young person can build a thriving livelihood. As an institute, we are especially committed to learners too often left behind.
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