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The VAPP Repeal Bill of 2024: A Threat to Women’s Rights in a Shrinking Civic Space

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In 2024, Nigeria faces yet another blow to the advancement of human rights as the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act comes under threat of repeal. The VAPP Act, enacted in 2015, has been a crucial piece of legislation designed to address sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) by providing legal remedies and protections for victims […]

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The Impact of sit at Home on Women and Girls in Abia State

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The sit-at-home orders in the southeastern region of Nigeria began in August 2021, initiated by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) as a weekly exercise. This movement was reportedly a response to the abduction and detention of IPOB leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, who was taken from Kenya and put on trial for treason and terrorism.

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Remembering the Lekki Toll Gate Massacre: Four Years Later, the Shrinking Civic Space, and the Gendered Impact

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On October 20, 2020, the world watched in horror as peaceful protesters demanding an end to police brutality in Nigeria were met with gunfire at the Lekki Toll Gate. What began as a nationwide movement under the banner of #EndSARS, calling for the disbandment of the notorious Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS), culminated in a tragic

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Vision Spring Initiative Condemns Abuse and Calls for End to Gender-Based Violence in Abia State

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The recent case of domestic violence against Mrs. Amarachi Lawrence Uzor, who was brutally abused by her husband on the 31st of August, 2024, has sent shockwaves through the community of Umuahia in Abia State, as well as across Nigeria. The news of this heinous act is yet another painful reminder of the deep-seated issue

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Family Planning as Related to SRHR: Addressing Reproductive Health Disparities

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BACKGROUND OF STUDY: Family planning refers to the ability of individuals and couples to anticipate and attain their desired number of children, spacing, and timing of births. It involves: 1. Contraception: Using methods to prevent pregnancy, such as birth control pills, condoms, or sterilization. 2. Fertility awareness: Understanding one’s own fertility and menstrual cycle to

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Reflecting on SRHR Through Art: The “Tò bà sé wo/If It Were You” Exhibition

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Recently, I had the pleasure of attending an extraordinary exhibition organized by VSI at the MAD House in UNILAG. Themed “Tò bà sé wo/If It Were You,” this event was a profound exploration of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) through the lens of contemporary art. As a Gen Z enthusiast of both art

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World Day Against Child Labour 2024: “Let’s Act on Our Commitments: End Child Labour”

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World Day Against Child Labour 2024: “Let’s Act on Our Commitments: End Child Labour” Every year on June 12th, the world unites to recognize the urgency of ending child labour. The World Day Against Child Labour serves as a poignant reminder of the millions of children who are denied their basic rights and forced into

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A Story of Impact: Empowering Rural Girls in Nigeria with Menstrual Health and SRHR Knowledge

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Imagine a world where access to sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) services, products, and information is not just a luxury for some, but a fundamental right for all. In rural communities across Nigeria, this vision remains a distant dream for many young women and girls, especially those facing the dual challenges of limited resources

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Advocating for Unhindered Access to Contraceptive Information and Services for Young Women in Nigeria

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As the World Marks Universal Health Coverage Declaration Day – December 12, 2023 By Mojirola Jolaoso Programs Intern –  Vision Spring Initiatives  Universal Health Coverage means that all people have access to the full range of quality healthcare services they need, when and where they need them, without financial hardship.  It encompasses the full range of

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THE STATE OF NIGERIA’S HEALTHCARE SYSTEM IN RELATION TO THE UNIVERSAL HEALTH DECLARATION: CASE STUDY OF LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA

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In commemoration of Universal Health Coverage Declaration Day – December 12, 2023 By Temitope Lawani Program Officer Research and Education –  Vision Spring Initiatives Nigeria’s healthcare landscape has witnessed a series of changes, marked by persistent challenges that demand attention and reform. Among these challenges are poorly developed healthcare facilities, which hinder the provision of

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