Children thrive when they are given the tools, space, and confidence to imagine a bright future. On September 6, 2024, Amani Health hosted its annual Vision Board Event for Kids & Teens a transformative experience that brought together over 90 families to help young people explore their goals, build emotional intelligence, and believe deeply that their dreams are valid.

Held at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Conference & Exhibition Centre, the event welcomed children ages 7 to 17, including participants who joined virtually from outside Lagos. The goal was clear: to teach children how to dream big, set meaningful goals, and strengthen their emotional wellbeing.

A vision board for kids is a creative tool that helps children visually express their dreams, goals, strengths, and future aspirations.

Research shows that vision boards help children:

• Build confidence
• Improve goal-setting skills
• Strengthen emotional intelligence
• Stay motivated academically and socially

These are exactly the outcomes Amani Health focuses on. For today’s generation, surrounded by academic pressure, social media comparison, and low self-esteem challenges — teaching children how to visualise a positive future is essential.

About Amani Health — Supporting Emotional and Mental Wellbeing for Children

Amani Health is a digital mental health organisation helping children, teenagers, adults, and organisations achieve emotional balance and mental wellness through:

1. Online therapy
2. Emotional intelligence programmes
3. Mental health workshops
4. Wellbeing resources and coaching

Our mission is simple: to help families live happier, healthier, and more emotionally empowered lives.

We believe early emotional education helps children grow into confident, resilient adults and our annual Vision Board Event is a major part of that mission.

Inside the 2024 Vision Board Event for Kids “Dream Big & Reach for the Stars”

The theme of the 2024 event was “Dream Big & Reach for the Stars 4.0,” designed to inspire children to imagine new possibilities and believe that their dreams are achievable.

During the Dream Board Activity, children:

• Selected images representing their future goals
• Identified personal strengths
• Created boards that reflected their dreams
• Practiced positive affirmations
• Learned how to set actionable goals

By the end of the workshop, each participant walked away with:

A colourful vision board, Renewed confidence, Emotional awareness, A clear sense of purpose

It was more than a fun activity; it was a powerful mental health and self-esteem building workshop for young people.

Why Vision Board Activities Help Children Build Confidence and Clarity

Many children today struggle with:

1. Academic pressure
2. Social media influence
3. Self-doubt
4. Peer comparison
5. Fear of failure

Vision board activities give them permission to dream again.

According to the convener, Mrs. Ayodele Fasuyi:

“Our goal is to show children that, no matter the noise around them, their dreams remain valid and their future is bright.”

A standout moment was the story of Tunde Onakoya, founder of Chess in Slums Africa, whose journey from humble beginnings to global recognition reminded everyone that dreams become reality through belief, consistency, and courage.

Impact Stories from Parents Real Transformations at Home and School

Parents shared inspiring feedback about how the event changed their children.

One mother said:

“After last year’s edition, my son turned his wardrobe into a vision wall. This time, he already told me he’s putting his academics right at the top. This programme doesn’t just inspire — it changes lives.”

Another parent shared that her once-shy daughter now sets goals more boldly and regularly says, “My dreams are valid.”

Generous support from sponsors such as Indomie, SunTrust Bank, Rosabon Finance, Pasta n Grills, VDL Technologies, Markov Games AI, AYITI, and Fifi's cake Allure created a fun, memorable, and rewarding experience for every child.

What Happens After the Vision Board? Introducing “Excel Beyond the Classroom” (Cohort 2)

Many parents ask:

“How do I help my child achieve the goals on their vision board?”

Amani Health created the answer.

Excel Beyond the Classroom (Cohort 2) is a four-month empowerment programme that helps children turn their vision boards into real, tangible action.

Children will learn:

• Emotional intelligence
• Self-awareness
• Digital literacy
• Entrepreneurship
• Public speaking
• Problem-solving
• Confidence building
• Creativity and innovation

By the end of the programme, every participant will create a project, product, or portfolio that reflects their personal goals and growth.

This programme is designed to help children stay focused, confident, and driven — both in and outside the classroom.

How to Register, Partner, or Collaborate with Amani Health

Amani Health continues to champion the growth of emotionally intelligent, confident, purpose-driven children.

Parents, schools, educators, and organisations can join the movement by visiting:

www.amanihealth.app

📞 +234 814 031 6233

Follow @amanihealthinc and @theempoweredchild

Conclusion — Empowering Children to Dream Without Limits

Dreaming is not just a creative activity — it is a life skill.

Through the Vision Board Event and programmes like Excel Beyond the Classroom, Amani Health is raising a generation of children who believe in themselves, understand their emotions, set meaningful goals, and take practical steps toward achieving them.

Because at Amani Health, we don’t just talk about dreams we help children turn them into reality.