EXPOSE Shines at 2025 Fundraising Gala, Empowers Women, Youth Worldwide 

Mary Nnah
 

In a spectacular display of solidarity and support, EXPOSE, an international Non-Governmental Organisation, recently hosted its fundraising gala night at the iconic Santa Monica Bay Women’s Club in California, United States. The event brought together celebrity champions, cultural leaders, and committed sponsors to bridge the gap in education, mentorship, and community uplift for young people and women worldwide.
 
Speaking at the event, a Nigerian–United States-based lawyer who is also the Executive Director of EXPOSE, Monalisa Okojie, described EXPOSE Gala 2025 as an opportunity for story sharing and presentation of ripple of hope for the needy youth and women across Africa and the United States. “Tonight, as we gather in celebration and solidarity, our purpose is not only to raise funds but to inspire lasting transformation. Each guest, supporter, and artist present is a beacon, reminding us that together, our impact can break barriers and build brighter tomorrows for those who need us most,” Okojie added.
 
 
While stating that the gala’s collective mission was to expand access to education and opportunity for youth and women locally and globally, she added that the event also aimed to advance the organisation’s decade-long legacy. “Our purpose, which is uplifting and empowering those who are most vulnerable, is both urgent and enduring. Every ticket purchased and every donation made moves us a step closer to breaking the cycles of poverty and hopelessness. On this special evening, we not only celebrated progress but we’ve planted the roots of lasting change,” EXPOSE boss submitted.
 
To her, the organisation remains dedicated to eliminating poverty, illiteracy, and hopelessness through mentoring, economic opportunity, and educational enrichment. She went further to explain that the gala’s proceeds would directly fund the expansion of EXPOSE Los Angeles and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) programmes, nurturing future leaders and change-makers among underserved youth and women in Los Angeles and abroad.
 
Also, the proceeds, she said, would be used for Educational, mental, and physical health awareness, as well as promoting social justice opportunities for women and youth across the globe. “Our team is deeply committed to forging impactful partnerships on both national and global scales, aiming to address health disparities, alleviate poverty, and inspire individuals to enhance their overall well-being. Our initiatives are designed to nurture an entrepreneurial mindset, facilitate educational access, and enhance financial literacy skills. These include STEAM programmes implemented in various United States school districts, mentorship initiatives for youth in both the United States and Africa, and engaging in local community service projects. At EXPOSE, we firmly believe in empowering individuals to become lifelong learners, advocates, and proactive contributors to society,” she noted.
 
It is worthy to note that the red carpet lit up with VIP arrivals including Alice Amter (Big Bang Theory), Emmy nominated actress/producer Bella Cruz, Callie Rose Deets (Griselda), Dustin Quick, Honorary Consul General of Sweden in Los Angeles Gudrun Giddings, Eve Richards (A Line of Fire), Jordan Watland (executive producer The Kelly Clarkson Show, Steve Harvey Show), Omono Okojie (Legacies), news anchor Palmira Perez, Tyrone DuBose, and many others. At the event, there was a live raffle, dance performances by Wahala Crew, and a special musical appearance by Latin Grammy winners Pauline Aguirre and Pablo Aguirre, with the evening capped by a surprise performance by Jimmy Demers.