At the core of Zaynab Ikaz Kassim’s work is a steadfast commitment to amplifying the voices of women and children, and building systems of support where they are often overlooked. Through her platforms, Safe Haven and CASAF (Child Aid and Sponsorship Awareness Foundation), she continues to create access, restore dignity, and drive measurable change
CASAF is a nonprofit committed to supporting vulnerable children through educational sponsorship, WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene) programs, and child development projects.
We focus on children in underserved communities and collaborate with schools, communities, and health partners to improve child welfare outcomes. Our team designs and implements donor-funded programs with clear monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
Areas of Focus:
- Education sponsorship for orphans and vulnerable children
- School hygiene campaigns (WASH)
- Girl-child protection and empowerment
- Curriculum-based interventions and media advocacy
- Grant-ready proposals and donor partnerships (UNICEF, etc.)
CASAF is currently scaling its WASH and Education outreach with the goal of impacting 10,000 children in the next 3 years.
Safe Haven is a safe space for women and girls to grow, connect, and heal. Established to foster mentorship and meaningful conversations, Safe Haven hosts events, programs, and content that equip women and girls with the confidence to thrive.
Our signature initiative, the ‘Confident & Poised Girls Club,’ mentors girls aged 9–16 through in-person workshops, auditory series, and digital follow-up classes. We also create sisterhood events like dinner conversations, story-sharing circles, and digital campaigns that build community among women.
What we do:
- Organize mentorship & confidence-building programs
- Host annual events and themed dinners
- Offer podcast-style auditory learning
- Create a support network online and offline
Current goal: Expand Safe Haven’s reach to over 2,000 women and girls across Nigeria a
nd beyond.
