This year marks a momentous milestone for My Intellectual Property Law Guide (MIPLG) as we celebrate 5 incredible years of fostering creativity, innovation, and intellectual property (IP) awareness across Africa. Since its founding in 2019 by Victoria Chigozirim Onyeagbako, MIPLG has remained steadfast in its mission to support IP development and youth capacity building in Africa.
To commemorate this landmark anniversary, MIPLG partnered with the Nigerian Intellectual Property Club (NIPC) to organize the IP for African Kids/Teens Campaign. This initiative reached 5 states in Nigeria—Uyo, Ondo, Rivers, Edo, and Delta—introducing children and teenagers to the importance of creativity and innovation while inspiring respect for intellectual creations. Speaking on this partnership, MIPLG’s Executive Director, Chukwuemezie Charles Emejuo, emphasized the organization’s dedication to nurturing the next generation of African creators and innovators.
Our Achievements Over the Past 5 Years
- Pioneering the “IP for Kids/Youths Campaign”
MIPLG launched Africa’s first campaign to engage over 400 youth on creativity, innovation, and respect for intellectual property. In 2021, we published the IP for Kids book to introduce basic IP concepts to African children. - Supporting IP Clubs Across Nigeria
- Facilitated the creation of over 20 intellectual property clubs in tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
- Spearheaded the establishment of the Nigerian Intellectual Property Club (NIPC), which now serves as the national body for student IP clubs.
- Inspiring Through Debate and Scholarship
- Organized the MIPLG International Debate Competition, engaging over 1,000 students annually.
- Awarded 40+ IP scholarships to deserving students, with support from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Academy and other partners.
- Providing Mentorship and Development Opportunities
- Implemented the Career Development and Mentorship Scheme (CDMS), connecting over 122 mentees with renowned mentors worldwide.
- Delivered 31+ editions of the Personal Development Series to equip IP professionals and enthusiasts with essential skills and knowledge.
- Creating Resources for the African IP Community
- Published a comprehensive Compendium of African IP Laws, available on our website for professionals, students, and enthusiasts.
A Bright Future Ahead
As we look forward to the future, MIPLG remains committed to expanding our projects and deepening our impact across Africa. We invite individuals, organizations, and institutions to collaborate with us in fostering creativity, innovation, and IP awareness across the continent.
For inquiries about partnerships or membership, please email us at contact@myiplawguide.com or visit our contact page
Join us as we continue to champion intellectual property and inspire the next generation of African innovators!
