…Community Child Protection Actors Trained on Case Identification, Referral, Reporting and CPIMS+ In a bold step toward strengthening community-level child protection systems and accelerating efforts to eliminate Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria (TBI), with support from UNICEF Nigeria through the Oyo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, has successfully trained 30...

In a significant step towards accelerating the abandonment of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Oyo State, Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria (TBI), with support from UNICEF Nigeria through the Oyo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, successfully conducted a one-day orientation and inauguration of Male Engagement Alliance members drawn from male-led Community-Based Organizations (CBOs). The...

In a significant step towards accelerating the abandonment of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Oyo State, Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria (TBI), with support from UNICEF Nigeria through the Oyo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, successfully conducted a 1-Day Capacity-Building Training for 40 selected Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) on Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC),...

What Is Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)? Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) refers to all procedures involving the partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons. FGM has no health benefits and causes severe physical, psychological, and social harm to girls and women. It is...

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) refers to all procedures involving the partial or total removal of the external female genitalia or other injuries to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons (WHO, 2020). It is recognized internationally as a violation of human rights, reflecting deep-rooted gender inequalities and harmful traditional practices. The practice is prevalent in...

On Friday, September 19, 2025, Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria, with support from UNICEF and the Oyo State Government, hosted a one-day workshop on ethical survivor-sensitization, story documentation, and content production on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). The event took place at the Film Theater, Ministry of Information and Orientation, Secretariat, Ibadan. The workshop united journalists, CSOs, media...

Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria (TBI) is inviting dedicated and passionate community members to apply as Community-Based Child Protection (CBCP) Members in Oluyole, Ido, Olorunsogo, and Saki East LGAs of Oyo State. This is a unique opportunity to strengthen grassroots action against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), promote positive child protection practices, and advance women’s rights in your...

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) remains one of the most harmful traditional practices threatening the health, rights, and dignity of girls across Nigeria. Ending FGM is not just a responsibility—it is a collective action that requires the voice and power of communities, networks, and institutions working hand in hand. Join us today Sunday, 7th September 2025...

Are you passionate about making a difference? Join Trailblazer Initiative Nigeria for a Medical Outreach for FGM Survivors happening in Ibadan, Oyo State. Date: Saturday, 6th September 2025Venue: Pegba Community, Ibadan We’re calling on:👩‍⚕️ Nurses | 👨‍⚕️ Doctors | 💊 Pharmacists | 🎙️ Media Practitioners | 📚 Health Educators This outreach will provide free healthcare...

With support from UNICEF, the Trailblazer initiative Nigeria held a 1-Day Local Government Area Level Policy Advocacy Dialogue with Parliamentarians (Ward Councillors), LGA Executives, Government Officials, Academia, and Services Providers on Tackling Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), Child Marriage, and other forms of Gender-Based Violence in Ibarapa East LGAs, Ibarapa North LGA, and Kajola LGAs. At...