PIND 2024 Q2 Progress Report
This second quarter (April – June, 2024) report is intended to keep our donors, Board of Trustees, and partners aware of project achievements and constraints, share lessons learned, and seek deeper levels of collaborations to consolidate our impact, and advance our collective effort on business development and sustainability. Also, to showcase the nexus between our [...] PIND Foundation’s Strategic Initiatives to Advance the Cassava Sector in the Niger Delta Region.
In the first half of 2024, PIND Foundation, in collaboration with the CARA Development Foundation, embarked on a transformative journey to elevate the cassava sector in the Niger Delta region. This initiative, marked by strategic interventions and adaptive responses, illustrates a dedicated effort to enhance agricultural practices and drive economic sustainability in Nigeria’s Niger Delta [...] How PIND is Transforming Local Fishing Practices and Strengthening Artisanal Fisheries in Delta State
In Delta State, artisanal fisheries are vital for economic stability and food security, sustaining numerous families across local communities. Despite their significance, the sector grapples with challenges like inadequate resources, technology, and limited training. To address these issues, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) has partnered with the Nigerian Institute for [...] International Youth Day 2024: Celebrating PIND’s Journey in Empowering Youth through Digital Innovation
PIND has consistently integrated digital innovation into its strategies, recognizing the power of technology in shaping the future of youth in the Niger Delta. PIND has empowered thousands of young people through various projects and partnerships, providing them with the skills and opportunities needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world. This year’s International [...] Empowering Youth Through Digital Innovation: Eunice Sologidi’s Success Story with PIND’s Youth Employment Pathways Program
In honor of the 2024 International Youth Day, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta region (PIND) proudly celebrates the remarkable journey of Eunice Sologidi, a standout grantee of the 2023 Challenge Fund through our Youth Employment Pathways (YEP) program. Eunice’s story illustrates the profound impact of digital technology and strategic support in [...] Niger Delta Weekly Conflict Update: August 11-17, 2024
This special edition of the weekly update spotlights the proliferation of arms and ammunition in the Niger Delta with a focus on the illegal procurement and trafficking of small arms and light weapons (SALW) in the region. According to data (see map above), more than 200 incidents of illegal arms trafficking were reported in the […]
Hon. Smart Okpara: From Local Leadership to National Role – A Success Story of the Bridges Project
The Bridges Project, a partnership between The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) and the Ford Foundation, aims to effectively implement Nigeria’s Petroleum Industry Act 2021 (PIA) and ensure all stakeholders, especially those from affected communities, have a voice. The project aims to provide the successful implementation of the PIA by fostering […]
Digital Innovation for Peace: Celebrating Youth Impact on International Youth Day 2024
Leading the charge in building sustainable peace and driving economic development in Nigeria’s Niger Delta, PIND Foundation joins the rest of the world in celebrating International Youth Day 2024, themed “From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development,” by showcasing how its Peace Champions are using digital tools to foster peace in the […]
International Youth Day 2024: “From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development”
In celebration of International Youth Day 2024, themed “From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development," PIND Foundation is pleased to present its strategic initiatives that utilize digital innovations to empower youth across Nigeria’s Niger Delta region. This year’s event highlights how digital tools are reshaping opportunities and advancing sustainable development, and PIND [...] PIND Foundation Attends Launch of Serendib Offices and Mangrove Restoration Project
The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) recently participated in the launch events for Serendib Capital’s new offices in Port Harcourt and Warri, Delta State. The launch represents a significant milestone in the collaboration between PIND and Serendib Capital, emphasizing their shared commitment to advancing environmental and socio-economic development in Nigeria’s Niger [...] 