2021 — Founding of Living Free Initiative for Health Development and Rights Awareness, Nigeria
Founded in Nigeria in 2021, Living Free Initiative for Health Development and Rights Awareness (Living Free Initiative) is a feminist, trans-led organisation that provides services for trans, intersex and non-binary people in the form of advocacy, legal awareness and digital campaigns. The organisation was registered in 2021.
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Vision
A just and inclusive society where trans, queer, and gender-diverse people live freely, with full bodily autonomy, dignity, and equal access to rights, resources, and opportunities free from violence, discrimination, and systemic oppression.
La mission
To advance gender justice and human rights through feminist, trans-led, and community-driven approaches that provide protection, amplify voices, and build the leadership of marginalised communities. Living Free Initiative works to dismantle oppressive systems by strengthening access to justice, health, and safe spaces for trans and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Objectifs
- Advance Gender Justice and Bodily Autonomy — Promote the rights of trans and gender-diverse people to make informed decisions about their bodies, health, and identities.
- Strengthen Community Protection Systems — Improve access to legal, psychosocial, and safety support for individuals facing violence and discrimination.
- Build Feminist Leadership and Collective Power — Support trans and queer individuals to lead advocacy, storytelling, and community initiatives.
- Shift Harmful Norms and Narratives — Challenge patriarchy, stigma, and anti-gender movements through advocacy and public engagement.
Objectifs
- Increase access to paralegal and psychosocial support services for trans and LGBTQ+ individuals facing rights violations.
- Deliver capacity-building programmes on GBV, SRHR, and safety strategies using feminist and rights-based approaches.
- Create and sustain safe spaces and learning hubs that centre healing, leadership, and peer support.
- Strengthen community-led advocacy to influence policies and improve protection mechanisms.
- Build partnerships with human rights institutions and service providers to expand inclusive support systems.
- Document and amplify lived experiences and stories ethically to influence change and visibility.
Contact
Courriel : livingfreeforever24@gmail.com
+2348169829169
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