Ebenezer CHRIS

Ebenezer Chris is a social innovator, researcher, and development practitioner committed to advancing volunteerism as a driver of employment, civic engagement, and social transformation. He is the Founder of the Voluntary Aid and Development Organisation (VADO), a nonprofit platform that leverages volunteer work, time-banking, and labour credit systems to promote inclusive economic growth and youth empowerment.

With a strong background in human capital development and sustainability, Ebenezer has led initiatives that link volunteering with job creation, migration readiness, and community resilience. His work integrates digital innovation through projects such as the Labour Voucher App designed to quantify and enhance the socio-economic value of civic contributions.

Through partnerships with national and international institutions, he continues to champion policy-driven solutions that position volunteerism as a credible pathway for employability, skills development, and social insurance inclusion across Africa.