The International Day of the Girl Child stands as a beacon of hope and recognition, a day that encapsulates the global commitment to championing the rights and empowering the young girls who embody the future. This significant day found its…
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…
In today's world, the struggle for women's rights and gender equality has made remarkable progress, yet it remains a battle far from won. In many parts of the globe, women continue to face discrimination, violence, and marginalization. To address these…
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…
In the vast and diverse landscape of Nigeria, indigenous women play a crucial role in upholding cultural heritage and traditions. However, the shrinking civic space poses significant challenges to their ability to preserve their culture and assert their rights within…
In recent years, the world has witnessed a concerning trend of shrinking civic space, where the ability of individuals and organizations to freely express their opinions, assemble peacefully, and advocate for social change is increasingly under threat. This alarming development…
Vision Spring Initiatives welcome with great delight the joint statement signed by Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, Denmark, France, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United states. VSI acknowledges their understanding of the threat posed by the…
Other Forms of Approach to SRHR before Covid-19 happened Before the advent of the pandemic in 2020, there was a need for widespread sexual and reproductive health information and services. Despite collaborative efforts at the national and global level,…
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…
In April 2021, Vision Spring Initiative organized a Generation Equality Writing Workshop for 12 young feminists in Nigeria. The aim was to build the capacity of young feminists on the thematic areas in the Beijing declaration and platform…