At Genesis House, our safe haven for survivors of sexual exploitation, the girls we meet carry stories that began with a right being taken from them. We have watched what happens when those rights are restored. This International Day of the Girl, the world is calling for urgent action to end child marriage and invest […]
Every Girl Deserves Childhood: Ending Child Marriage, Investing in Girls’ Rights Read More »
In 2021, an estimated 1.095 billion people were living with a mental disorder. That is 14 percent of the world, nearly one in every seven people, according to the World Health Organization’s latest report, World Mental Health Today. In the WHO African Region, about 12.9 percent of people were affected. On World Mental Health Day,
One in Seven: Could You or Someone You Know Need Mental Health Support? Read More »
We recognise that the quality of our impact is closely connected to the capacity of the people delivering the work. Our programmes support individuals and communities facing complex social challenges, and this requires staff who are equipped with the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to respond effectively. It was against this backdrop that Freedom Foundation
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Young people may come from different backgrounds and circumstances, but many share common aspirations: to succeed, become independent, access meaningful opportunities and build a better future. These shared aspirations were at the heart of this year’s International Youth Day celebration, themed “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations.” The seminar, organised by the United Nations Association of Nigeria
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Being young comes with moments of vulnerability. Young people may depend on adults for guidance, education, employment and other opportunities, and unfortunately, these points of dependence can sometimes be exploited. During Freedom Foundation’s UN National Youth Day live session, the conversation on sexual assault and exploitation examined some of the ways young people become vulnerable
Beyond Blame: Understanding Sexual Assault and Exploitation Among Young People Read More »
Being young comes with a lot of challenges: figuring out who you are, making decisions about your future, dealing with pressure, and finding your place in a world that may sometimes feel hellbent on bringing you down. It comes with moments of vulnerability, uncertainty, and dependence on the adults and people around you, and sometimes,
Young, Vulnerable, and Not Alone: Starting the Conversation August 12th 2026 Read More »
Genesis House, a programme of the Freedom Foundation, has joined the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) and the United Nations Organization for Migration (IOM) on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons to walk for awareness in Ikeja, Lagos. The event brought together government agencies, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders
Substance abuse prevention is most effective when it reaches people before they are in crisis. At Freedom Foundation Nigeria, this belief shapes everything we do, from community awareness campaigns and family education to the rehabilitation services provided through our House of Refuge, where individuals struggling with substance dependence receive holistic care and support on their
Using Innovation to Strengthen Substance Abuse Prevention Read More »
Freedom Foundation Nigeria marked the 2025/2026 Genesis House Graduation by equipping all seven graduates with tailored business starter kits worth over ₦2.1 million, empowering them to build sustainable livelihoods after rehabilitation. Each graduate received tools aligned with her vocational training in fashion design, hairdressing, baking and catering, make-up, or event décor, reinforcing the Foundation’s commitment
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On Saturday, July 4, 2026, a group of remarkable young women will take a significant step into a new chapter of their lives. As they walk across the stage at the Genesis House Graduation Ceremony in Lekki, they will not simply be receiving certificates; they will be celebrating a journey of courage, healing, and transformation.
Celebrating Healing, Resilience, and New Beginnings at Genesis House Read More »
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