Indigenous Rights
Our unwavering commitment to Indigenous rights emphasises amplifying the voices of Original Inhabitants (OIs) and advocating for their social, cultural, and economic empowerment. Through strategic partnerships and targeted programs, we address the historical marginalisation and statelessness experienced by original inhabitant communities in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Our initiatives enhance dispute-resolution mechanisms, promote cultural heritage, and foster inclusive governance to create an environment where OIs can thrive.
$500,000
Invested
$500,000
Invested
$500,000
Invested
Our Impact
Since the launch of our initiatives, we have empowered OIs across Abuja’s six area councils through:
- Strengthening traditional justice systems for effective dispute resolution.
- Enhancing civic engagement with community information centres.
- Promoting gender equity and anti-gender-based violence (GBV) measures.
- Empowering over 300 vulnerable women and youth through entrepreneurial development.
- Supporting persons with disabilities through inclusive platforms.
- Revitalizing cultural heritage through pottery, crafts, and traditional arts.
- Improved healthcare access through community scorecards at 20 Primary Healthcare Centres.
What Changed
Our programs have transformed Original Inhabitant communities by
Enhancing access to inclusive basic services, such as healthcare and education.
Strengthening dialogue between OIs and government institutions, resulting in greater accountability and policy responsiveness.
Improving traditional justice delivery systems and promoting gender-sensitive dispute resolution.
Increasing awareness of rights and responsibilities, fostering community resilience.
Preserving and revitalising cultural practices, boosting cultural pride.
Ensuring greater inclusion of marginalised groups in decision-making processes.
Real Impact measured
Implementation of community scorecards in 20 Primary Healthcare Centres, improving service delivery
Elevated participation of women, youth, and persons with disabilities in civic and electoral processes.
Enhanced economic opportunities through skills development and entrepreneurship programs.
Strengthened traditional institutions’ capacity for dispute resolution.
Increased awareness and improved reporting mechanisms for GBV cases.
Tangible policy shifts due to advocacy platforms connecting OI citizens with government representatives.
Our Videos
Challenges we faced
Deep-rooted issues of marginalisation and statelessness.
Limited resources and access to basic social services for OI communities.
Resistance from entrenched political and social structures, slowing policy adoption.
Barriers to addressing gender discrimination and early marriage practices.
Environmental sustainability concerns amid rapid urbanization.
Economic constraints impacting outreach and support for vulnerable groups.
Approach & Strategy
Our approach centres on collaboration and capacity building:
1. Community Engagement
- Partnering with local leaders to foster trust and ensure community-driven development.
- Hosting regular dialogue forums between OI citizens and political representatives.
- Utilising community theatre for rights awareness.
2. Economic Empowerment
- Implementing entrepreneurial development and skills transfer programs.
- Supporting traditional crafts and industries, such as Aje-Sinda cloths and Asumbo Dye pits.
3. Cultural Preservation
- Documenting and reviving traditional practices.
- Promoting cultural festivals and the arts.
4. Advocacy & Governance
- Facilitating workshops for active participation in governance.
- Enhancing accountability mechanisms through community information centres.
- Strengthening dialogue between OIs and governmental bodies to ensure responsive governance.
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Impact Story
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