The PATH project

We asked. They answered. 💙

Today we are announcing the winners of our IDBC 2026 Writing Competition, and we are so proud of every boy who picked up a pen and chose to speak.

The topic was simple but profound: The moment I found my voice, and what I did with it.

What we received reminded us exactly why this work matters. These boys did not just write. They opened up. They reflected. They claimed their stories with a confidence that tells us the next generation of young males is ready to lead with their voices if we just give them the space to use them.
Congratulations to our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. 🎉

You showed up for yourselves, and we showed up for you. That is what The PATH Project is here for.

Drop a 💙 for every boy who was brave enough to find his voice.

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Two days to the International Day of the Boy Child, and things are getting exciting! 🎉

If you participated in the IDBC 2026 Writing Contest, this is your sign to go check your email right now. Results are out, and your inbox might just be holding some really good news. 📩

We received some truly incredible submissions this year, and we are so proud of every young person who took the bold step to share their voice. Whatever the outcome, know that showing up already makes you a winner in our eyes. 💙

Go check that email and drop a 🙌 in the comments if you just got your result!

May is here and so is his story. 🌱

This month, we're centering what has always mattered: His Voice. His Identity.

We believe the young male experience deserves space to be spoken, heard, and celebrated. All month long, we're showing up for the boys and young men who are still finding the words.

🖊️ P.S. Our Writing Competition is still open! If you know a young male with a story to tell, this is his moment. Drop a DM or check our bio link for details.

We are rewarding young voices. 💙✍🏽
The IDBC 2026 Writing Competition is open and the prizes are real.

🥇 1st Place — ₦50,000
🥈 1st Runner Up — ₦35,000
🥉 2nd Runner Up — ₦25,000

Open to males aged 12 to 18.
Topic: "The moment I found my voice, and what I did with it."

Write your story. Own your identity. Be heard and be rewarded. 🖊️
📅 Deadline: May 6, 2026 ‼️‼️
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