About this Programme
Despite studying a discipline that helps society understand its past and navigate its future, many young historians in Nigeria have limited access to mentorship, opportunities, and practical experiences needed for academic and professional growth.
The Dear Young Historians Community was created to provide a supportive platform where undergraduate history students and recent graduates can learn, connect, share ideas, access mentorship, and develop the skills necessary to thrive as scholars.
It is presently a community of more than 50 undergraduate students, recent graduates, and early-career historians from different parts of Nigeria.
Impact Story
— Waliyat Bello
Joining The Dear Young Historians Community has been one of the best decisions for my academic growth as a historian. The community is purpose-driven, with a clear structure that supports learning and practical engagement in history.
After attending the first webinar on abstract writing in February, I gained the skills to submit an abstract to Delta State University, Abraka, which was accepted and successfully presented. This experience also added another certificate to my academic achievements. Being part of this community has improved my research skills, boosted my confidence, and exposed me to real academic opportunities.
I commend the founder for the vision and consistency in building such a valuable platform for young historians.
I am proud to belong to a network shaping the next generation of historians.
—Abdulrahman Bello
For our oral history series, I learned a lot from this series, but some of the points that stood out to me the most were the importance of preparation and ethics in oral history research. I've had personal experience conducting oral interviews, and I won't lie, I didn't prepare as much as I should have. This series reinforced just how important preparation is and provided practical guidance on how to approach it, from contacting local guides and interviewees to steering conversations effectively through follow-up questions.
I also learned more about the ethical aspects of oral history. During my own research process, I came across the use of pseudonyms for interviewees who wished to remain anonymous, but this series further highlighted the importance of consent, respect, and protecting the interests of participants throughout the interview process. Thank you for this insightful series. It has been both insightful and practical