Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a critical public health issue affecting millions of people worldwide. As part of Trailblazer Initiative’s ongoing commitment to promoting health and well-being in our communities, we aim to provide comprehensive information about STIs, their prevention, and the importance of education in reducing their spread. What Are Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)?...

Imam of Ido, Alhaji Babatunde Taiwo, shared a profound revelation during a recent training program on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). He recounted the story of a woman in his congregation who had undergone reconstructive surgery due to frequent blockage of her vagina, a direct consequence of FGM caused by the growth of keloids. This condition...

Sunday Abigeal, an 18-year-old trainee at a patent medicine store in Ologuneru community, has become a fervent advocate against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) following a life-changing training workshop. Inspired by the knowledge she gained, Sunday has begun educating customers who visit the store about the severe risks associated with FGM and the urgent need for...

At just 14 years old, Adigun Zeenat is a determined gender champion committed to eradicating Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Zeenat’s journey began as a survivor of FGM, having undergone the painful procedure at the tender age of six. The traumatic experience left a lasting scar on her psyche, with the memories of her mutilation repeatedly...

A significant breakthrough has been achieved in the fight against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), Child Marriage, and other forms of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in the Ibarapa East, Ibarapa North, and Kajola Local Government Areas (LGAs). This progress comes in the wake of a comprehensive Policy Advocacy Dialogue involving Parliamentarians (Ward Councillors), LGA Executives, Government Officials,...

Job Description: Finance Officer/Accountant at Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria Position Title: Finance Officer/Accountant Location: Ibadan, Nigeria Reports To: Executive Director Application Deadline: Wednesday, 17th July, 2024 About Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria is a leading non-governmental organization committed to empowering communities through various developmental projects. Our mission is to promote sustainable development, improve livelihoods, and...

At BIGIF, we are committed to enhancing sustainable living and promotion of rights for Women, Children, Youths and other vulnerable population, our mission to support access to sustainable living through advocacy, rights promotion, inclusive social services, empowerment programme, and resource mobilization, and our values are: accountability, integrity, gender responsiveness, team work, Independence. Our team is...

Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria is excited to offer FREE vocational empowerment program designed to support in and out-of-school adolescent girls, FGM survivors, ex-FGM circumcisers, youth, and women. This program aims to equip participants with valuable skills that will enhance their employability and entrepreneurial opportunities. Areas of Training Bag Making Tailoring Liquid Soap Making Graphics Design Hairdressing...

Sarah Turner TLDR: Disabled people are almost non-existent on government and stock-photos websites, and when they are represented, they are not represented as whole individuals, but are only showed for their disability.We crawled the internet and looked at more than 500 government websites from around the globe and what we found was shocking! While around 50%...

YOUTH-LED SOLUTIONS FOR THE EU YOUTH EMPOWERMENT FUND THROUGH THE GLOBAL YOUTH MOBILIZATION OPEN CALL 2024  The Open Call launches today as part of the EU Empowerment Fund (YEF) and the Big Six – Global Youth Mobilization (GYM) partnership designed to empower young people to drive positive change in their communities. Have a vision to...