Op-Ed: Each time Nigerians discuss queer rights, someone inevitably says, “This is a Western idea.” It’s a phrase repeated so often that many now believe it. The assumption is simple: that queerness and human rights are foreign concepts shipped in from Europe or America to corrupt African culture. But this narrative is both lazy and […]
Human Rights Are Not a Western Import: The Nigerian Queer Reality Read More »
For too long, stories about queer people, especially LBQGNC individuals in Nigeria, have been told through one narrow lens: suffering. Every documentary, article, or campaign seems to circle back to pain, rejection, or survival. While these experiences are real and valid, they have also become the only story people expect to hear. When trauma is
Reframing the Queer Narrative Beyond Trauma Read More »
Op-Ed: For years, in Africa non-profits have been the moral engine of social change. They have filled the gaps where governments and corporations fall short, driven by purpose more than profit. But something has shifted quietly and deeply in the development space. Donor money is no longer flowing like it used to. Grants are shrinking.
When the Money Stops Flowing: Rethinking Nonprofit Survival Beyond Donor Funding Read More »
Shola’s curiosity was piqued. “What does Titi have to do with Mezino?” she asked, reminding her PA that Mezino was male and, therefore, not a person of interest for her as a lesbian.
Beyond The Binary 3 Read More »
After the call dropped, Mezino struggled with himself, but his dad’s disapproving gaze upon his return home made him crave a night out. Seeking a fresh escape, Mezino rummaged through his wardrobe for the perfect outfit for the high-profile party. He desired something classy, yet modest; masculine, yet feminine enough to showcase his self-acceptance at
Beyond The Binary 2 Read More »
Are you passionate about human rights, social justice, and community empowerment? The Women’s Health and Equal Rights (WHER) Initiative is inviting applications for its Paralegal Training Program — designed to strengthen grassroots legal and mental health support for the LBQ-GNC community across Nigeria.
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: WHER PARALEGAL TRAINING PROGRAM Read More »
Cynthia winced as she lowered herself onto Halima’s couch, cradling the heating pad against her stomach. The warmth seeped into her skin, dulling the sharp cramps that had been tormenting her all morning. Halima, still in her pajamas, hovered nearby, her eyes filled with concern as she stirred sugar into Cynthia’s tea. “You really don’t
The Body Needs Care Read More »
Shola’s eyes gazed out the floor-to-ceiling windows of her opulent living room, her mind a million miles away. The Lagos skyline, once a symbol of her success and freedom, now seemed dull and uninviting. Her thoughts were consumed by the toxic relationship she had finally escaped. Her ex-partner, Titi, had been a master manipulator, using
Beyond the Binary (Part 1) Read More »
Ada hesitated, her thumb hovering over the screen, the weight of Kamsi’s stare pressing into her. She could feel the tension between them, thick and unrelenting, like the heat swarming and scorching outside their hotel window. “It’s Joy, isn’t it?” Kamsi’s voice was calm, but there was a tremor beneath it. Ada sighed and locked
Our Two Different Skies (Part 3) Read More »
JOB OVERVIEW The APA Project Coordinator will be responsible for the planning, organization, coordination, and execution of the annual African Pride Accelerated (APA) Summit. This role will also include fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring the successful delivery of the event. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, a deep understanding of LGBTQI+ issues
AFRICAN PRIDE ACCELERATED (APA) PROJECT COORDINATOR Read More »
