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Global Outstanding Youths Award - Recognizing exceptional youth achievements worldwide. Inspire, discover, and celebrate excellence in youth leadership and innovation.

2023

Foundation Year

50+

Countries Reached

500+

Youths Recognized

100+

Awards Given

Our Journey

Our Story

Building Legacy

Since 2023

From Vision to Global Impact

Global Outstanding Youths Award (GOYA) was founded in 2023 with a clear vision: to create a platform that recognizes and celebrates exceptional young people who are making significant impacts in their communities and fields of endeavor.

Our journey began with the realization that while many young people were achieving remarkable things, there was a lack of global platforms specifically dedicated to recognizing youth excellence across diverse fields and regions.

What started as a vision to honor outstanding youths has grown into a comprehensive platform that not only recognizes achievement but also provides mentorship, networking opportunities, and global visibility for young leaders.

Key Achievements

Global recognition platform established
50+ countries represented
500+ youths recognized
International partnerships formed
Leadership

The Visionary

Franklin Ozor

Convener & Founder

"Innovations drive the world and innovation itself is driven by productive people, particularly those within the age range of productive thinking and action - the youths!"

Professional Background

Franklin Ozor is an accomplished Master of Ceremonies, youth development advocate, and visionary leader with over a decade of experience in event hosting, public speaking, and youth empowerment initiatives. His journey in youth advocacy began during his university years, where he recognized the immense potential in young people and the need for platforms that celebrate their achievements.

As a professional MC, Franklin has graced numerous high-profile stages, sharing platforms with eminent personalities including General Yakubu Gowon, Professor Jerry Gana, Senator Dino Melaye, and other distinguished leaders. His exceptional oratory skills and ability to connect with diverse audiences have earned him the reputation as "The Presidential Master of Ceremonies" and "King of Corporate Events."

Vision for GOYA

Franklin's vision for GOYA stems from his deep belief that "the future belongs to the youths because the youths are the future." He recognized that while many young people were achieving remarkable things across various fields, there was a significant gap in global recognition platforms specifically dedicated to youth excellence.

His vision extends beyond mere recognition - he envisions GOYA as a comprehensive ecosystem that provides mentorship, networking opportunities, global visibility, and continuous support for young achievers to scale their impact.

Social Proof & Achievements

Professional Master of Ceremonies
Youth Development Advocate
Public Speaking Coach
International Event Host

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Our Publication

Featured Book

Discover impactful literary works from our leadership team

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Bestseller

Broken Girds

A Play by Stephen Chukwuebuka Ozor

4.8/5.0 (120+ reviews)

A compelling drama that explores the corrosive effects of envy and greed within a family. Follow Eric's journey as he navigates betrayal, loss, and the ultimate quest for justice in this powerful Nigerian narrative.

  • Explores family dynamics and betrayal
  • Themes of redemption and forgiveness
  • Contemporary Nigerian setting
  • Available in digital and print formats

Publisher

SEVHAGE Publishers

Year

2018

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Our Purpose

Mission & Vision

Our Vision

To be a Globally recognized Awards Brand creating impacts and opportunities for young people across the globe.

We envision a world where every outstanding young person receives the recognition, support, and platform they need to amplify their impact and inspire others.

Our Mission

  • To inspire positive actions among the Youths through recognition and celebration of excellence
  • To encourage discovery, development and deployment of talents towards improving the quality of life globally
  • To encourage mentorship support for the young people by recognizing outstanding mentors
  • To foster peace, unity and bilateral friendships across cultures and nations

Our Core Values

Excellence

We celebrate and promote the highest standards of achievement in all endeavors.

Integrity

We maintain transparency and ethical standards in all our operations and recognitions.

Inclusivity

We recognize excellence across all cultures, backgrounds, and fields of endeavor.

The People Behind GOYA

Our Team

Key Team Members

Sarah Johnson

Director of Operations

10+ years in youth development and program management

Michael Chen

Head of Nominations

Expert in talent recognition and award systems

Amina Mohammed

Partnership Director

Global network builder and strategic partnership expert

David Rodriguez

Communications Lead

Storyteller and media relations specialist

Partner Organizations

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Our Reach

Impact Metrics

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Youths Recognized

Exceptional young achievers across the globe

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Countries Reached

Global presence and impact

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Awards Given

Prestigious recognitions awarded

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Youths Impacted

Through our programs and initiatives

Success Stories

Education Innovators

50+ young educators recognized for transforming learning experiences

Young Entrepreneurs

100+ startups supported through recognition and networking

Community Leaders

200+ youth leaders creating social impact in their communities