Language
Helping children and young adults learn to speak and write Igbo through a variety of teaching methods and technology.
Culture
Celebrating the Igbo culture and promoting community engagement through events, fashion, food, art and music.
Charity
Championing and supporting humanitarian causes in our local communities in the United Kingdom and Nigeria.
About Igbo Hearts
Founded in January 2015 by Dr. Obioma Lilian Ezekobe-Orji (A Medical Doctor with NHS) and Mrs. Jennifer Ozumba (An Occupational Therapist with the NHS), Igbo Hearts is a social enterprise dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the Igbo heritage. Igbo Hearts Language School held its first class in February 2015 at the University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield.
Our Igbo language and culture classes have gone online, with more families, every month, participating on Zoom from across the world. A variety of teaching methods used include: role play practice, games/activities to reinforce learning.
Read About Our Events
November 21, 2024
This interactive online session is open to speakers of all levels, whether you're a complete beginner, brushing up on your skills, or a fluent speaker wanting to connect with others.
November 19, 2024
Igbo Hearts hosted a Family Wellness Event at St Peter's Church, creating an inspiring day filled with health-focused activities, community connection, and fun for all ages.
February 20, 2021
As parents, we must do our little bit to ensure that our the language and culture of the Igbos doesn't fade away.
July 15, 2015
The last lesson of Spring term was a great success, with a total of 18 children in attendance.
April 4, 2015
The second Igbo lesson successfully held on Saturday 21st March. 15 children attended.
March 12, 2015
Do you want your child to learn Igbo language in Hertfordshire? Do you want them to know more about the culture of the Igbos?