Call for Consultancy: Assessing the Implementation of the National Action Plan on Gender and Climate Change (NAPGCC) in Nigeria

1. Background Women Environmental Programme (WEP) through the  “Global Ecofeminist Climate Action Movement Building” project of the Women Engage for a Common Future (WECF) is implementing a project that aims to influence the review and implementation of Nigeria’s National Action Plan on Gender and Climate Change (NAPGCC). Since its development, the NAPGCC has served as a guiding policy framework for […]

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: Digital Skills Development Programme for Young Girls, Women, and Persons with Disabilities

Women Environmental Programme (WEP) is pleased to announce a call for applications for a 3-month Digital Skills Development Program under the WomenPower2030: Feminist Accelerate Action for Sustainable Development project.  This initiative is designed to empower young girls, women, and persons with disabilities who are passionate about building their capacity in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and other digital applications.  About […]

Highlights from the Northeast Nigeria Environmental Justice and Human Rights Bootcamp

From April 29th to 30th, 2025, Women Environmental Programme (WEP), hosted the Environmental Justice and Human Rights Bootcamp in Yola, Adamawa State as part of activities under the Women Power 2030: Feminists Accelerate Action for Sustainable Development project. The bootcamp aimed to deepen participants’ understanding of the critical connection between environmental degradation and human rights, particularly as it affects vulnerable […]

EQUIPPING STAFF WITH AGRO-ECOLOGY SKILLS TO ADVANCE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

In early May 2025, five staff members from the Women Environmental Programme (WEP), drawn from WEP country offices in Nigeria, Sierra Leone and Togo, traveled to Cotonou, Benin Republic, to participate in a twelve-day agroecology training at Songhai Farm. Organized under the Women Power 2030 Project, the training aimed to build practical skills in sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, and food security. Our team arrived […]

WEP Sierra Leone Empowers Civil Society Through Environmental Justice and Human Rights Boot Camp

[Freetown, Sierra Leone April 24, 2025] With support from the European Union and other development partners, the Women Environmental Programme Sierra Leone (WEP-SL) on Thursday, April 24, 2025, hosted a transformative Environmental Justice and Human Rights Boot Camp in Freetown. The training brought together Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), women leaders, and community stakeholders to strengthen advocacy and action around environmental […]

Call for Seed grant applications 2025 – Nigeria and Seirra Leone

1. Background Women Environmental Programme (WEP) calls for applications from women-led and women’s rights organizations to contribute to realizing the goal of the WomenPower2030: Feminist Accelerate Actions for Sustainable Development. The WomenPower2030 project has the overall objective to advance the rights and leadership of women, girls, and other marginalized persons in the framework of sustainable development. The project’s expected outcome is increased […]

Mubarak’s Transformative Journey with the Women Environmental Programme (WEP) Livelihood Mentorship.

Mubarak is a youth from Katsina State, he participated in WEP’s Mentorship and Livelihood Program and shared his story of impact. “First and foremost, I extend my deepest gratitude to Almighty God for blessing me with this golden opportunity to be a beneficiary of WEP’s Strengthening Advocacy Against Violent Extremism (SAVE) Project in Katsina State. Participating in the program has […]

Transformative Journey Through the WEP Volunteer and Mentorship Programme: Manbyen Daki’s Story

When I first saw the advertisement for the Women Environmental Programme (WEP) Volunteer Mentorship Program, I hesitated. My background was in business development, not environmental work, and I wasn’t sure if I belonged. But something about it intrigued me the possibility of learning something new and challenging myself. Little did I know that this decision would completely transform my perspective. […]

CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS: ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE AND HUMAN RIGHTS BOOTCAMP

Women Environmental Programme (WEP) invites applications from organizations working in North-East Nigeria to nominate a participant for a 2-day Environmental Justice and Human Rights Bootcamp. This training is designed to equip young people especially young women with the knowledge and tools to become advocates for environmental justice and human rights in their communities. What Your Organisation Will Gain Comprehensive training […]

WEP, FEMNET and Africa WGC Host Post-COP29 Reflection and Strategic Dialogue in Abuja

Women Environmental Programme (WEP), in collaboration with FEMNET and the Africa Women and Gender Constituency (Africa WGC), hosted a Post-COP29 Reflection and Africa WGC Strategic Dialogue in Abuja, Nigeria. The two-day meeting, held from 27–28 March 2025 at Transcorp Hilton, brought together feminists, climate activists, colleagues, and partners from across Africa. The dialogue focused on reflecting on the outcomes of […]