Empowering Akwa Ibom Youths: PIND Launches 5th Phase of Youth Employment Pathways Project and Signs Agreement with Ibom-LED
In a significant move to address youth unemployment in Nigeria’s Niger Delta, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) has proudly launched its 5th phase in Akwa Ibom State. The launch was formalized during a grant signing ceremony in Uyo, solidifying Akwa Ibom's role as one of the states joining PIND’s initiative [...] Empowering Futures: PIND’s Challenge Fund Fuels Youth Entrepreneurship Success in Delta State
In June 2023, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) bolstered youth entrepreneurship in Delta State, Nigeria, by awarding over 41 million naira to 62 young entrepreneurs through its 2nd round ‘Challenge Fund’ grant. This initiative is part of PIND's ongoing Youth Employment Pathway (YEP) program, which is currently in its 4th [...] PIND Hosts Cocoa Climate-Smart Agriculture GAP Manual Technical Review Meeting in Ondo State.
In the face of escalating climate change impacts around the globe, climate-smart agriculture has become crucial for the success and sustainability of farming activities. Recognizing this, the Foundation for Partnership Initiates in the Niger Delta region (PIND) is collaborating with the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN) to develop a Cocoa Climate-Smart Good Agricultural Practices […]
PIND Q1 2024 Progress Report
This first quarter (January – March) 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’s participation at the National Disability Convening
The Foundation for Partnership Initiative in the Niger Delta (PIND) participated in the National Disability Convening held in collaboration with the National Commission for Persons with Disability and the Disability Rights Advocacy Center, with support from Ford Foundation. The two-day workshop took place in Abuja on May 13, 2024, providing a platform for PIND and [...] Niger Delta Quarterly Conflict Tracker: 2024 Q1
The Niger Delta was relatively peaceful during the third quarter of 2023. There was a decrease in lethal violence during the period compared to the first and second quarters of the year (see page 2). Data shows significant improvement in the overall peace and security situation in the region. Stakeholders including civil society organizations (CSOs), […]
Niger Delta Weekly Conflict Update: May 19-25, 2024
This weekly update spotlights organized criminal violence in the Niger Delta with a focus on kidnap for ransom in Akwa Ibom State. Kidnap for ransom is becoming increasingly prevalent and intense in the State. According to data (see map above), more than 50 kidnapping incidents and over 25 related fatalities were reported in Akwa Ibom [...] Embracing Inclusivity: The Inspiring Journey of a Peace Champion in the Niger Delta
In the heart of Nigeria's Niger Delta region, the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) is advancing peace through its innovative Peace Champions program. This initiative nurtures young peace actors to identify and report conflicts using PIND's conflict tracker map, enabling effective interventions. The second year of implementing this program marked a [...] Niger Delta Weekly Conflict Update: May 12-18, 2024
This special edition of the weekly update spotlights the impact of communal conflicts on agricultural investments in the Niger Delta. Communal conflict over land and other natural resources is a major driver of violence and instability in the region. According to data (see map above), land and natural resource related conflicts caused over 700 fatalities [...] Empowering Last-Mile Communities: PIND Showcases its Impact at 16th US-Africa Business Summit
The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) participated in the 16th US-Africa Business Summit, organized by the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) in Dallas, Texas in the United States from 6th - 8th May 2024. Through this engagement, PIND aimed to showcase its impactful initiatives and foster partnerships to contribute to sustainable [...] 