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 origin through the adoption of Resolution 66/170 by the United Nations General Assembly, marking an […]
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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. Sadly, in many places worldwide, this fabric is slowly coming apart, and women’s rights are
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 challenges, women’s groups and organizations play a pivotal role in advocating for change. However, in
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 human rights defenders, significantly curtailing their capacity to operate freely, voice dissent, and advocate for
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 remains open, vibrant, and inclusive. In this pursuit, Vision Spring Initiatives, a member of the
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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 1920, granting women the right to vote. While this historic achievement is a cornerstone of
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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 their communities and society at large. Indigenous women often find themselves at the crossroads of
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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 is not only a challenge to democracy and human rights but also poses significant risks
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 misuse of commercial spyware and the need for strict domestic and international controls on 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, medical services such as Pre and Post-exposure prophylaxis for HIV/AIDs, oral HIV test kits, medical
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 2026 GENERATION EQUALITY ACCELERATION PLAN Generation Equality outlines a youth-focused global roadmap to achieve gender
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 for action including its structural objectives and methods of contextualizing each area from a young
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