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…
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 introduction of the "Counter Subversion Bill, 2024," by Hon. Abass Tajudeen has raised deep concerns among civil society organizations (CSOs) in Nigeria, particularly among organizations committed to promoting human rights, gender equality, and social justice. This bill poses a…
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…
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…
The power of Education cannot be overstated. Education is the act of acquiring or imparting general knowledge to develop the skill of reasoning to prepare oneself or others intellectually for a mature life. As a fundamental pillar of human development,…
“...An integrated, prosperous and peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens, representing a dynamic force in the international arena’’ is the great Africa of our future, is the great Africa we want - Agenda 2063. In May 2013, African leaders…
In a thriving democracy, civil society has a crucial role to play. Think of it as the weaver of threads that create the fabric of good governance, where human rights are respected, equality is promoted, and marginalized voices are empowered…
Introduction In recent years, the global landscape has borne witness to a deeply concerning trend: the gradual but persistent shrinking of civic space. This multifaceted phenomenon entails an array of restrictive measures imposed on civil society organizations (CSOs), activists, and…
In a world where the voices of the marginalized are often stifled, where freedom of expression is under threat, and where civil society faces increasing challenges, organizations like Vision Spring Initiatives are taking bold steps to ensure that civic space…
Every year, on August 26th, the world comes together to celebrate Women's Equality Day. It is a day that marks a significant moment in history – the day when the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution was certified in…
POSITION PAPER BY VISION SPRING INITIATIVES, INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT, AND CSO PARTNERS TO REPRESENTATIVES OF THE GOVERNMENT OF NIGERIA, POLICY OFFICIALS, AND ITS RELEVANT AGENCIES COMMITMENTS TOWARDS THE ACTION COALITIONS ON THE…