Malaria remains a major public health challenge, but together, we can defeat it.
Let us invest in awareness, strengthen healthcare systems, and promote the consistent use of insecticide-treated mosquito nets, proper sanitation, and clean environments to eliminate malaria for good.
Strengthening community resilience through capacity building.
Concern for women and Children development Foundation (COWACDI) successfully delivered a 2-day intensive training for Psycho-Social Support (PSS) Facilitators in Abbaganaram MMC and Dala Lawanti Jere LGA, Borno State. This initiative strengthens local capacity to provide critical mental health and psychosocial support to conflict-affected communities.
Together, we are empowering frontline actors to foster healing, resilience, and hope.
At COWACDI (Concern for Women and Children Development Foundation), we remain committed to spreading hope, supporting communities, and empowering lives—especially the most vulnerable. May this season fill your heart with peace, joy, and renewed strength. Happy Easter!
As the crescent moon shines and hearts are filled with gratitude, we celebrate a season of compassion, unity, and hope. At COWACDI), Eid Mubarak reminds us of the power of giving, the strength of community, and the importance of standing together to uplift the most vulnerable among us. May this blessed occasion bring peace to your homes, joy to your hearts, and renewed strength to continue spreading kindness wherever you go.
Together, let’s keep building a world where every woman and child is protected, empowered, and given the opportunity to thrive.
Every day, thousands of people depend on blood transfusions to survive emergencies, childbirth complications, surgeries, accidents, and life-threatening illnesses. Yet, many lives are still lost due to shortages of safe blood.
On this World Blood Donor Day, Concern for Women and Children Development Foundation (COWACDI) recognizes and celebrates the selfless individuals whose blood donations provide hope and a second chance at life for those in need.
Blood cannot be manufactured—it can only come from generous donors. A single donation can save up to three lives, making voluntary blood donation one of the most powerful acts of humanity and compassion.
As we mark this important day, we call on communities, youth groups, healthcare workers, partners, and stakeholders to promote a culture of regular voluntary blood donation. Together, we can strengthen healthcare systems, improve maternal and child health outcomes, and ensure that no life is lost due to a lack of safe blood.
COWACDI commemorated International Women’s Day under the theme “Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls.” The event brought together women, community members, from #Dala, #Mashamari, #Galtimari Fori, #Bayan Bakassi and stakeholders to reflect on the importance of promoting women’s rights, advancing justice, and taking meaningful action to ensure equal opportunities for all women and girls.
The celebration served as a platform to amplify the voices of women, encourage inclusive participation, and reaffirm our collective commitment to gender equality and empowerment within our communities.
We appreciate the continued support and collaboration of our partners European Union, Norwegian Refugee Council, German Cooperation, GIZ, and the Federal Government of Nigeria in promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls.
Together, we continue to advocate for a society where every woman and girl can thrive with dignity, opportunity, and equal rights.
Strengthening Peace Across Borders – Cross-Border Seminar.
As part of its continued commitment to promoting peace, social cohesion, and community resilience in conflict-affected communities, COWACDI convened a Cross-Border Seminar bringing together community representatives, local authorities, and civil society actors from border communities.
The seminar aims to strengthen dialogue, collaboration, and peaceful coexistence across borders. Discussions focused on shared challenges affecting border communities, including displacement and the presence of refugees, while exploring joint approaches to promote social cohesion and community resilience.
The seminar also provides a platform for participants to exchange experiences and identify practical solutions to support peace and stability across the Lake Chad Basin.
This initiative is implemented by COWACDI and @ACI Cameroon, in partnership with @UNDPNigeria, with funding support from the @UN Peacebuilding Fund and the @Lake Chad Basin Commission.
COWACDI Country Director conducted an engaging session with staff on coordination, teamwork, and effective planning, reinforcing COWACDI’s commitment to excellence and collaboration at every level of implementation.
Strong coordination. United purpose. Greater impact.
COWACDI, in partnership with NRC, is launching an exciting project; Fostering Inclusive, Gender-Responsive Youth Employment in the Green Economy in MMC and Jere LGAs
This initiative is not just about skills, it’s about gender transformation, sustainability, and creating a future where young people lead the way in eco-friendly industries!
Together, we’re shaping opportunities, breaking barriers, and building a more inclusive, greener future!