Once upon a time in a small village nestled deep within the lush countryside, there lived a young woman named...
In celebration of the 2023 International Day of the Girl Child, HACEY Health Initiative is pleased to announce a call...
In today's world, the ongoing struggle for gender equality has highlighted the urgent need to empower girls. Recognizing this critical...
In the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria, a spirited and determined young girl named Toluwani embarked on a journey fueled...
The Society for Adolescent and Young People’s Health in Nigeria, SAYPHIN will hold the 3rd Nigerian Conference on Adolescent and...
Malaria is a significant public health concern in Nigeria, accounting for a large number of deaths and illnesses every year....
Nigeria has been grappling with the daunting challenge of maternal health, as it continues to have one of the highest...
Leading Non-governmental organization, HACEY Health Initiative has hosted its 3rd annual end FGM conference themed: For Her Rights: Scaling Innovative...
Poor levels of public support and engagement in the conservation of natural resources are frequently caused by poor understanding and...
Female genital mutilation (FGM), a historic practice that involves the partial or complete removal of the external genitalia, is thought to have been performed on 200 million girls and women. FGM causes serious health repercussions, including but not limited to death, disfigurement, miscarriage, stillbirth, shock, bleeding, sepsis, sexual dysfunction, and posttraumatic stress disorder. It is a grave violation of human rights, especially those of women and children. The practice is common in 30 African nations, a handful in Asia and the Middle East, and, because of global migration, in many other nations even though it is not authorized by any religion and is prohibited in many of them. Although the practice's acceptance or prevalence have declined in some nations, a lot still needs to be done. Adelowokan Toyin Adeola, Osun state Reproductive Health coordinator and gender desk officer, Ministry...