Nigeria to the World
Since 2023
A girl focused on a chess move
Girls learning chess together

Our Approach

It starts with chess. It doesn't end there.

A girl who learns chess learns something bigger than chess. She learns that she can figure things out. That she can plan. That she can win. We have watched that lesson travel from the board into her schoolwork, her friendships, her future. It does not matter where she starts. It matters that she starts.

That is why we show up, in classrooms, in communities, online, and that is why ChessNCode exists. Because once she believes in herself, we want the world to have no choice but to believe in her too.

Our Mission

What we're here to do.

Promoting Queens uses chess to build confident, strategic, unstoppable girls and women, everywhere. Because every girl, regardless of where she comes from or what she has been told about herself, deserves to discover what her mind can do.

Our Vision

Where we're going.

A world where no girl's potential is limited by where she was born or what she was told about herself. Where chess is a door, and we make sure she gets to walk through it.

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We are a team united by chess, committed to breaking barriers and building leaders

WFM Perpetual Ogbiyoyo
Director, Founder
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WFM Perpetual Ogbiyoyo
Executive Director, Founder
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WIM Omya Vidyarthi
Promoting Queens Youth Chess Ambassador
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Jovita Nwansi
Events Manager
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IM Vyom Vidyarthi
Board Member
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FM Abimbola Osunfuyi
Projects Manager
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FM Bomo Kigigha
Programs & Operations Lead
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Oluwatomisin Adegbola
Social media manager
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Kenny Olajide
Writer
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Clinton Igboecheonwu
Designer, Chess instructor
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Abolade Odugbesan
Writer, Chess instructor
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Deborah Akintoye
Designer, Chess instructor
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Destiny Erheriene
Media Executive, Web Developer

Supported by

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Sustainable Development Goals

We are aligned with acheiving these SDGs

Good Health and well being

Through our programs, girls develop focus, patience, and problem-solving skills, which contribute to mental health and stress management. In refugee camps and underserved communities, chess provides a therapeutic outlet, helping girls process trauma and build confidence.

Gender Equality

We’re empowering girls to confidently claim their space in traditionally male-dominated fields. Through chess, we challenge societal norms and promote gender equity. Our programs equip girls with the skills to lead, compete, and excel in all areas of life.

Quality Education

Chess is a gateway to learning. Our training academies and online programs teach critical thinking, strategy, and decision-making—skills that translate to academic success. By providing free access to chess education, we’re bridging the gap in quality education for girls in underserved communities.
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FAQs

01. What is Promoting Queens Chess Foundation?
We’re a global nonprofit using chess to empower women and girls. Through free training, mentorship, and tournaments, we teach leadership, critical thinking, and confidence—helping girls break barriers and reshape their futures.
02. How does chess empower girls
Chess builds critical life skills like problem-solving, patience, and resilience. It also fosters confidence and leadership, helping girls excel in academics, careers, and life.
03. Who can join your programs
Our programs are open to girls and women of all ages, especially beginners and those in underserved communities. No prior chess experience is needed—just a willingness to learn and grow!
04. How can I support Promoting Queens?
You can donate, volunteer as a mentor, or partner with us to expand our programs. Every contribution helps us train more girls and create a more equitable world.
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