2013 — Founding of Dynamic Initiative for Healthcare & Human Rights (DIHHR), Nigeria

2013 — Founding of Dynamic Initiative for Healthcare & Human Rights (DIHHR), Nigeria

Trans and Intersex People (TIP) for Human Rights in Nigeria (THRIN), now Dynamic Initiative for Healthcare & Human Rights (DIHHR), was formed in 2013. DIHHR is a trans/intersex-led organisation advocating for the rights of trans and intersex persons and gender non-conforming individuals in Nigeria. The organisation was registered on 6 December 2018.

THRIN was set up to programme for trans and intersex people and other gender non-conforming individuals who have been identified as a marginalised and underserved group in terms of provision of healthcare and other services in Nigeria. THRIN started in 2013 as a Facebook online social forum known as TransNigeria which was formed by Mx. Emmanuella (Ella) David-ette. The Facebook page changed its name to Dynamic Initiative for Healthcare & Human Rights (DIHHR) in January 2019.

The group started with a membership of thirty-three (33) persons and currently has a membership of 205 individuals spread beyond Nigeria to other countries of Africa. The network started based on the recognition that there are trans and intersex persons needing support and human rights interventions ranging from gender affirmation and trauma support/coping mechanisms, among others. The Facebook group evolved into an organisation in October 2015.

Vision

To be the top leading trans and intersex supporting organisation in Nigeria, West Africa and then globally.

Mission

To promote the respect of the rights of every human being irrespective of their sexual orientation and gender identity and expression and that includes their health and wellbeing.

Areas of Work

  • Human rights: Legal representation, paralegal services, documentation and monitoring, advocacy, psychosocial services, and the provision of safety and security measures.
  • Capacity building: Trainings, meetings, focused group discussions, safety and security information.

Contact

Website
Email: info@dihhr.org
Facebook
Instagram

Our interview with Mx Emmanuella David-ette

On 30 May 2025, we conducted an interview with DIHHR’s Mx Emmanuella David-ette.