CHARTERED INSTITUTE FOR SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND LEADERSHIP OF NIGERIA ESTABLISHMENT BILL

What Is This Policy?

A bill to establish a Chartered Institute for Social Entrepreneurship and Leadership in Nigeria, creating a professional body to regulate, train, and certify social entrepreneurs and leaders.

Who Does It Target?

Social entrepreneurs, community leaders, nonprofit professionals, development practitioners, and aspiring social innovators.

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Professionalize social entrepreneurship, establish standards for social enterprise practice, and develop leadership capacity for Nigeria's social sector.

Key Features

Professional Body: Creates a chartered institute for social entrepreneurship professionals Certification: Establishes professional certification and accreditation standards Training: Provides structured training and development programs for social entrepreneurs

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Under legislative consideration Coverage: Nationwide Funding: Membership fees and government support

How to Access

Not yet operational. Professional registration will be available upon establishment.

Impact & Metrics

Would professionalize Nigeria's growing social entrepreneurship sector and improve social impact outcomes.

Official Resources

Website: nass.gov.ng Contact: National Assembly, Three Arms Zone, Abuja

Legal Framework

Introduced under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). Draws on the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency (SMEDAN) Act, the Industrial Development (Income Tax Relief) Act, the National Youth Policy, and the Startup Act framework. Aligns with the ECOWAS Social Entrepreneurship Initiative and UN Sustainable Development Goals on decent work and inclusive growth.