Urhobo Progress Union Europe

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About us

Urhobo Progress Union Europe Leaders Forum — a continental platform for UPU branches across Europe.

Urhobo Progress Union Europe Leaders Forum
Who we are

UPU Europe Leaders Forum

The Urhobo Progress Union Europe Leaders Forum (UPU Europe Leaders Forum) is a continental platform bringing together leaders and representatives of Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) branches across Europe.

The Forum is committed to strengthening unity, cooperation and mutual understanding among Urhobo people in Europe, while supporting the wider objectives and aspirations of the Urhobo Progress Union.

We believe that the strength of the Urhobo people lies in our unity, shared heritage, respect for one another and collective commitment to the development of our people. The Forum therefore provides a platform through which UPU leaders can work together, exchange ideas, address challenges, promote peaceful relationships and advance the interests of Urhobo communities throughout Europe.

Our vision

To build a united, peaceful, prosperous and culturally vibrant Urhobo community in Europe, founded on mutual respect, cooperation, good leadership and a strong commitment to preserving our identity and heritage.

Our mission

To provide effective leadership and coordination among UPU branches in Europe; promote unity and peaceful coexistence; support educational and economic advancement; and preserve and promote the rich language, culture, traditions and values of the Urhobo people.

Aims and objectives

Unity, love and mutual understanding

To work towards and foster the spirit of love, good relations, cooperation and mutual understanding among UPU leaders, the Urhobo people and governments at all levels.

Coordination and peaceful resolution of disputes

To promote synergy, collaboration and constructive engagement among all UPU branches in Europe, and to encourage dialogue and peaceful mechanisms for the resolution of disputes.

Education and economic development

To promote education, skills development, entrepreneurship and economic advancement for the benefit of the Urhobo people, particularly within our communities in Europe and Urhoboland.

Preservation of Urhobo heritage

To preserve, promote and transmit the core values, language, culture, customs and traditions of the Urhobo people to present and future generations.

Engagement with governments and institutions

To acquire, by way of grants, purchases, loans or otherwise, concessions, rights, property or privileges from governments, public authorities and institutions, where appropriate, in furtherance of the aims of the Union.

Our commitment

Through unity, dialogue, collaboration, cultural preservation, education and economic empowerment, we seek an enduring platform through which present and future generations of Urhobo people can thrive, maintain their identity, and contribute meaningfully to society.

Together, we uphold our heritage, strengthen our unity and advance the progress of our people. Motto: Unity is Strength. Slogan: Urhobo Ọvuọvo.

Read the Bye-laws (adopted 2024) →