About the Competition
Every child has something to say.
For children with special needs, that voice is too often unheard, not because they have nothing to express, but because the world rarely pauses to listen. Voices of Resilience is a national talent competition created specifically for primary and secondary school students living with special needs and mental health-related conditions, including autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental conditions. It gives them a real platform to be celebrated for their abilities, not their diagnosis.
The competition is organised by Primly Services, through its Student Wellness Program, in partnership with The Conversation Conference, hosted annually by Intersect Consortium, West Africa's largest provider of private mental health products and services.
This Year's TCC Theme
“The Future of Mental Health and Wellbeing: Strategic Investments, Partnerships, and Community-Led Action for Resilient and Inclusive Communities”
This competition brings that theme to life, through the voices of children.
Why We're Doing This
Our Objectives
Celebrate Ability
Give children with special needs a real stage to showcase their talent, not a corner of someone else's spotlight.
Build Awareness
Help the public better understand neurodevelopmental conditions like autism and ADHD, through joy rather than pity.
Widen Access to Care
Connect winning children and their families to free psychosocial support across our facilities nationwide.
Champion Community Action
Turn this year's TCC theme into something tangible, investment and inclusion in action, not just words.
Who Can Enter
- Primary and secondary school students
- Living with special needs and/or mental health-related conditions
- Including ADHD, autism spectrum, and other neurodevelopmental conditions
- Submission made with parent/guardian or teacher consent
Categories
Poetry / Spoken Word
Original poems or spoken word performances
Singing
Solo vocal performance, any genre
Dance
Solo or small-group choreography
Drawing
Original artwork on any theme
Entry Process
How to Participate
Record
Record a short video (2 - 3 minutes) of the child performing their poem, song, dance, or showing their artwork.
Post
Post the video or image on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok.
Tag
Tag @IntersectConsortium and @TheConversationConference in your post.
Hashtag
Use the official hashtag #VoicesOfResilienceNG so we can find your entry.
A parent, guardian, or teacher must submit consent on the child's behalf via wellness@primlyservices.com.
What's At Stake
Prizes
1st Place
₦ 200,000
+ 6 months free psychosocial support
2nd Place
₦ 100,000
+ 6 months free psychosocial support
3rd Place
₦ 50,000
+ 6 months free psychosocial support
Support available at any of Intersect Consortium's 8 facilities nationwide. All winners are celebrated live at The Conversation Conference 2026.
Key Dates
Timeline
Selection Process
How Winners Are Chosen
Step 1
Public Engagement
Entries with the strongest public engagement: likes, shares, and comments across social platforms, form the shortlist for final judging.
Step 2
Expert Panel Review
A final panel of judges, including mental health professionals, selects the winners based on creativity, expression, and message.
Every child has a voice.
Let's help the world hear it.
#VoicesOfResilienceNG
Event Venue
TCC 5.0 will be held in Abuja at the Nicon Luxury Hotel
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F.A.Qs
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What is TCC?
The Conversation Conference is an Annual Conference designed to promote Mental Health conversations. It provides a forum for experts to identify and proffer solutions to the Mental Health Crisis in Nigeria. TCC will hold within the week of World Mental Health Day and shall resonate with the theme of each year's World Mental Health Day Celebration.
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How do i register for TCC?
Organizations can register for the Conference by clicking on the Register Button at the top of the page. Please note that limited seats are available, with this registration will not guarantee participation.
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Are meals included with my registration?
TCC will provide Snacks and Lunch for participants. Participants that require a Special Meal Service should send an Email at least 14 days before the Conference date with details of requirements. Requests for this service will be treated on a needs basis. Send Email
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Who can attend TCC?
Attendance at the Conversation Conference is strictly by registration. Badges provided at registration are required for entrance into Venue. The Conference is open to Corporate Organizations, Non-Governmental Organizations, Paramilitary and Armed Forces, and other specialists in the Human Resources and Healthcare space.
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Does TCC provide accommodation for Participants coming from other states?
The Conversation Conference is scheduled to hold at Sandralia Hotel. Participants that require hotel bookings should contact us for more information, cost implication and assistance in this regard.
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How can I participate in the Conference?
Organizations interested in participating: Exhibition Stands, Partnership and other forms of participation should please: Call Adesuwa Send Email
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