Peacebuilding Agreement Signing

🌍 Leadership with Purpose! 

COWACDI’s Country Director joined community leaders and stakeholders in #Bama LGA for the Peace Agreement Signing, a milestone in strengthening peace, unity, and social cohesion. 

This achievement was made possible through our partnership with @undpnigeria, with funding support from the #Peacebuilding Fund and the @lcbc.cblt. Together, we are turning dialogue into lasting peace. 🕊️ 

#COWACDI #UNDP #PeaceBuilding #LeadershipWithPurpose #UnityInAction 

Peacebuilding Agreement signing Bama LGA, Borno State

✨ In Bama, dialogue turned into action! 

With the strong commitment of COWACDI, in partnership with @undpnigeria, and with funding support from the #Peacebuilding Fund and the @lcbc.cblt, refugees, host communities, youth, and women leaders signed a Peace Agreement to address conflicts from football clashes to border tensions, cultural disputes, and resource challenges. 

This milestone reflects our collective dedication to lasting peace, coexistence, and resilient communities. 🕊️ 

#COWACDI #UNDP #PeaceBuilding #UnityInAction #PartnershipsForPeace 

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Gender Transformative Approach Training

At COWACDI, we believe empowering women strengthens communities. With support from @GIZ and @NRC, and collaboration with the #MinistryofWomenAffairs, we hosted a 2-day Gender Transformative Training. Participants from MMC and Jere came together to explore and challenge societal norms. 

✨ Promoting gender equality   

✨ Challenging stereotypes   

✨ Integrating gender in development   

✨ Supporting women’s economic empowerment   

This initiative is a movement for a future where women have equal opportunities to thrive, lead, and shape their communities. 

#COWACDI #WomenEmpowerment #TransformativeApproach 

Capacity building training on PCM

🌍COWACDI was honored to participate in a 3-day workshop training on #ProjectCycleManagement (PCM) for #LocalPartners, hosted by our lead partner, the @Norwegian Refugee Council Nigeria (NRC). 

The training focused on enhancing the capacity of local organizations to plan, implement, and evaluate humanitarian projects effectively. It provided practical insights into donor compliance, strategic project design, and accountability, key elements for impactful project programming. 

We appreciate NRC’s leadership and the collaboration of all partners working to strengthen humanitarian action in Northeast Nigeria. 

#COWACDI #MondayMotivation #NRCNigeria #CapacityBuilding  

Monday Motivation

At COWACDI, inclusion drives our mission. We stand with the vulnerable — protecting rights, restoring dignity, and leaving no one behind.

#MondayMotivation #InclusionMatters #Cowacdi #DignityForAll

Supporting Local Initiatives for Durable Peace in Bama

Supporting Local Initiatives for Durable Peace in Bama 🕊️

COWACDI, funded by UNDP, held dialogue sessions in Bama LGA, Borno state, with civil society organizations and community members. The sessions aimed to identify conflict causes and reduce violent extremism recruitment while promoting teamwork and local leadership. Together, we are fostering safer, more peaceful communities. #COWACDI #UNDP #Peacebuilding #PreventingExtremism #CommunityEmpowerment #SustainedPeace #Bama #MondayMotivation #MondayInspiration #StartTheWeekRight #PositiveMonday #PeaceBeginsWithUs

Empowering Youth for a Greener Future in MMC and Jere!

COWACDI, in partnership with NRC, is launching an exciting project in MMC and JERE LGA, to foster youth employment in the Green Economy! 💼🌱

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! 🌟

#GreenJobsForYouth #Sustainability #GenderTransformation #COWACDI #NRC

Acceptance Note for Publication

We are delighted to announce that Jummai Risku Zawaya has accepted the role of Head of Programs at Concern for Women and Children Development Foundation (COWACDI). Jummai brings with her a wealth of experience in project management and humanitarian programming, having worked extensively across Northern Nigeria. Her strong leadership, commitment to gender equality, and passion for empowering vulnerable communities align perfectly with COWACDI’s mission. We are confident that Jummai will play a pivotal role in expanding and enhancing our programs to support women, children, and other vulnerable groups. Please join us in welcoming her to the team!