A Two-Day Stakeholders’ Consultation, Expert Review and Validation Workshop on the Domestication of the National Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) Policy in Zamfara State was held from 30th to 31st May, 2026 at Karma Guest Inn, Sokoto, Sokoto State. The Workshop was convened by the Zamfara State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, with technical and financial support from the […]
Women Environmental Programme (WEP) invites applications from organizations working in South-South 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 […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 5th May 2026 |Abuja, Nigeria WEP Screens Documentary on the Dangers of Skin Whitening in Nigeria Women Environmental Programme (WEP) screens a thought-provoking documentary titled “Fairness at a Cost: Unveiling the Truth About Skin Whitening in Nigeria” to raise awareness on the growing health, environmental, and social risks associated with skin bleaching practices in the country. The […]
Women Environmental Programme (WEP) Condemns Assault and Violence Against Women at Ozoro Festival, Calls for Accountability and Stronger Protection Measures 21 March 2026 – Abuja, Nigeria Women Environmental Programme (WEP) strongly condemns the recent incidents of assault and violence against women and girls reported during a cultural festival in Ozoro, Delta State. Reports and widely circulated videos depicting women […]
The ICT Skills Development Programme (Cohort 1) under the WomenPower 2030 Project is steadily progressing toward its conclusion, reflecting a journey marked by learning, resilience, and meaningful transformation for young women and persons with disabilities (PWDs) participating in the programme. The programme was officially launched in October 2025, with 52 participants enrolled to receive structured and practical ICT training. From […]
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Background The SPAR Project – Strengthening Peace and Resilience through Climate-smart Agriculture in North-Central and North-West Nigeria responds to persistent farmer–herder conflicts, climate-induced resource scarcity, and women’s exclusion from livelihoods in Benue and Katsina States. Communities in these areas face recurring violence fuelled by competition over land, desertification, and declining agricultural productivity. Women are disadvantaged by restrictive cultural norms, insecure land rights, and limited […]
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From 11-22 November 2025, Women Environmental Programme (WEP) participated at the 30th session of the Conference of Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change that took place in Belem, Brazil. At the conference, WEP advocated for stronger, gender-responsive climate action and supported calls for the adoption of the extended Lima Work Programme on Gender and the new Gender Action Plan. During the conference, WEP shared her […]
Women Environmental Programme is participating at the 30th session of the Conference of Parties (COP30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), taking place in Belem, Brazil, from 10-21 November, 2025. COP30 is very important to us, particularly because, we are eager to witness the adoption of the extended Lima Work Program on Gender and the new […]
Since 1997, WEP has impacted directly and indirectly over 20 million lives positively across the globe through interventions in Environment, Governance, Climate Change, Peace and Security. We have five offices across Africa with head office in abuja, Nigeria.
