Greenspring Development Initiative

16th day Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence organized by Greenspring Development Initiative

2nd December 2025
Technological Facilitated Violence Against Women And Girls (TFVWAG) Research conducted by Dr. Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi was disseminated to 20 Participants at llaje-Otumara Community, by Apapa Road, Lagos. In attendance were Community Response Team (CRT) members and other Stakeholders.

10th December, 2025
In continuation of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence, Teachers and Pupils of Ijero Baptist Primary School were educated about referrals and reportage of digital violence issues.

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Schools Urged To Prioritise Safety, Uphold Students’ Rights

…as CPN Surulere Marks World Children’s Day 2025

The Child Protection Network (CPN), Surulere LGA, Lagos State, has renewed calls for stronger safeguarding measures in schools as it hosted a child-rights enlightenment forum for pupils of Community Junior and Senior High Schools, Surulere.

The event, which was held on December 3, formed part of the activities marking World Children’s Day 2025.

Centred on the global theme, “My Day, My Right,” the programme highlighted the significance of children’s rights—especially protection, safety, and participation—while urging schools to adopt stronger child-protection practices.

The theme underscored the right of every child to safety, dignity and a voice in matters affecting their lives.

Surulere CPN Coordinator and Founder of Leadership Empowerment and Development Innovation Initiative Africa (LEADIN Africa), Margaret ChiChi Nkire, stressed that safeguarding must be a priority for all school stakeholders.

“Our goal is simple: students must be protected, respected, and able to learn without fear,” she said. Nkire reminded teachers that the Child Rights Law imposes a duty on adults to uphold children’s safety, emphasising that discipline should guide—not harm. She encouraged pupils to know their rights and exercise their responsibilities, including respecting school rules and their peers.

The event also drew participation from partner organisations such as Helpgate Foundation, LEADIN Africa, Greensprings Development Initiative (GDI), Youth Empowerment Foundation (YEF), The Eagle Eye Behavioural Reorientation Initiative (TEEBRI) and Child-to-Child Network—all supporting efforts to strengthen community-level child protection.

Speaking on behalf of Helpgate Foundation, a CPN member organisation, Mrs Itam Ewetuga highlighted the shared responsibility of parents, teachers, and students in sustaining safe learning spaces.

She urged pupils to report abuse, bullying, or discomfort, assuring them that both school and community structures exist to respond and protect.

Two members of the teaching staff also reinforced the message of protection. Senior school teacher Mrs Olabanji Olufunke Sileola noted that safety begins in the classroom, where teachers must listen to students, enforce rules fairly, and address bullying through the right channels.

Junior school teacher Mrs Oni Morolake Olufunke warned that harsh words can inflict lasting emotional harm, adding that respectful communication is key to building trust. She encouraged parents to create open, non-threatening home environments where children feel free to speak.

Students, too, voiced their perspectives. Senior student Unachukwu Amarachi reminded stakeholders that every child deserves respect and safety, saying, “Our voices matter. Our bodies matter. Every child should live without fear.”

Junior student Ayeni Damilola Opeyemi highlighted why some rights go unprotected—citing parental ignorance, cultural norms, and lack of awareness—and stressed the importance of the right to be heard and the right to safety.

School principals, Mrs Coker Folasade (Senior School) and Mrs Olaniyan Arinola (Junior School), commended CPN for deepening rights awareness among students.

CPN Surulere reaffirmed its commitment to sustained advocacy and school outreach to ensure every child in the LGA grows up in a safe, nurturing, rights-protective environment.

Greenspring Development Initiative with grant from Women Advocate Research And Documentation Center (WARDC) in collaboration with UN Women, European Union and United Nations Trust Fund commemorated 2025 16 Days Of Activism Against Gender Based Violence.

16 Days Activism Against Gender Based Violence

Greenspring Development Initiative joined the Delta State Ministry of Women Affairs Social and Community Development and other MDAs and NGOs in flagging off the 2025 16 Days Activism Against Gender Based Violence at Asaba 25th November 2025.

Family Relationship Marriage November Cohort 2025

November 2025 Cohort of Family Relationship Marriage Course, St. John Mary Vianny Catholic Church, Asaba held on Saturday 1st November 2025.

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COALITION OF SOCIETIES FOR THE RIGHT OF OLDER PERSONS IN NIGERIA - COSROPIN LAGOS CHAPTER.

Older Persons' Hangout 2024

Ensuring a great time of fun of international activities, wellness check, health information and great fun with older persons one community per time.

Friday April 5, 2024 Methodist Church Tabon Tabon

Topic: Collaboration Towards United Nations 2025 High Level Political Forum (HLPF)
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