Hi, I'm Aliyu Umar Sadiq

Environmentalist | Social Innovator

Climate Advocate | Development Enthusiast

''The planetary crisis we face in today's world are consequences of inefficient systems designed by our predecessors. I believe the future of life on Earth depends on our ability to reinvent these system'' 

Aliyu Sadiq


About Me

Aliyu Sadiq is an inspiring environment and development professional with over five (5) years of experience spanning climate change, circular economy, waste management, green economy, and environmental justice. He is currently a Graduate student in Environmental Science, Policy, and Management (MESPOM) under the prestigious European Union funded Erasmus Mundus + Scholarship, studying across Austria, Greece, Sweden, and the United Kingdom.

 

Aliyu has a robust leadership portfolio including serving as National Coordinator and Regional coordinator to both local and global advocacy movements in Nigeria and Africa. Through his initiative, Ecocykle, he has empowered over 10,000 youth and women with green skills towards achieving circular economy, reduced environmental pollution through the recovery of more than 500 tonnes of waste aided by his innovative low-tech waste solutions for satellite and remote communities, and educated more than 5,000 teenagers across 4 countries using the two impactful SDG education games (PLAN Game and GBV Avengers) which he co-designed.

Recognized for his contributions, Aliyu's work has been featured in various local and international media outlets and has earned him multiple prestigious awards including the 2023 Green Skill Award, 2022 OXFAM Youth Spotlight Award, Best African Youth for Environment Fellow Award, a nomination for The Future Awards Africa, and the Global Recycling Hero Award. Recently, his initiative received an official commendation by the Federal Ministry of Environment.

 

Aliyu has also participated in numerous international conferences and is an active member of several environmental professional organizations, including the International Solid Waste Association (ISWA).

 

Aliyu's ability to blend innovative thinking with practical solutions makes him a valuable asset in conducting result-driven and problem-solving based research towards supporting businesses, organizations, and industries in driving meaningful impact.

My Interests

Social Innovation

My interest in social innovation is driven by a goal to transform challenges into opportunities for meaningful impact. With this mindset, I have developed creative solutions that address critical issues, such as designing games to tackle SDG-related challenges and environmental problems in Nigeria. By leveraging this approach, I aim to create tools and systems that inspire action, foster sustainable practices, and contribute to making the world a better place for all. Social innovation, to me, is the bridge between identifying problems and building transformative solutions that empower communities and drive change.

Youth Development

I am passionate about helping young people discover their potential and inspiring them to contribute meaningfully to societal impact. Through mentorship sessions and social media posts, I share stories from my personal and professional journey to motivate the next generation of changemakers. My goal is to empower youth to drive sustainable solutions that address environmental and social challenges.

Advocacy

I consider advocacy not just as an interest but as a profound responsibility to communities whose futures are at risk due to the escalating impacts of climate change. I strongly believe that through advocacy, policies, reforms, and practices can be transformed to drive urgent and meaningful action. My commitment is fueled by the vision of creating a healthier, more sustainable future for vulnerable communities. The thought that my voice or actions could enable a family to live longer and healthier motivates me daily. Advocacy, for me, is a powerful tool to amplify the needs of the unheard and catalyze impactful change where it matters most.

Circular Economy and Sustainability

I am deeply inspired by the circular economy as a transformative approach to addressing climate change and achieving multiple SDGs. Rooted in the worldview that nature’s processes hold the key to sustainability, I believe systemic adoption of circular economy principles can provide innovative solutions to global challenges. By promoting resource efficiency, reducing waste, and closing material loops, circular practices align seamlessly with nature's regenerative cycles. This perspective drives my passion for developing solutions that contribute to a more sustainable planet, offering a pathway to balance environmental, social, and economic needs.


Experience Sector

Non-profit Organizations

Research Institute

Social Enterprise

Civil Society Organizations


My Professional and Leadership Journey


Affiliations

Contact

Email: aliyu@aliyusadiq.com 

Phone: +43 676 4305278

WhatsApp: +234 803 9338482

Address 1: Vienna, Austria

Address 2: Nasarawa, Nigeria