Welcome to The Council For Affirmative Action (COFAA) West Africa
Join COFAA on our journey towards a West Africa where the rights and well-being of sexual minority persons and other key populations are not just protected but celebrated. Together, let’s build a future founded on democratic principles, human rights, and accountable governance.
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Read about COFAA’s mission and vision of defending and celebrating human rights in West Africa.
Services
Discover how COFAA supports West Africa through Training, Legal Services, community development, and more.
Team
COFAA’s human rights advocacy specialists are dedicated to the well-being of key populations (KP) and sexual minority persons (SMP+)
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News and Updates
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Understanding God’s Promise: The Rainbow in Genesis
The rainbow, as described in Genesis 9:12–17, stands as one of the most profound and enduring symbols of God’s covenantal relationship with humanity and all living creatures. After the devastation of the great flood, which served as a divine judgment upon a corrupt and violent world, God initiates a new beginning with Noah, his family,
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The Boy Who Became a Rainbow: A Tale of Acceptance
By: Mbami Iliya Sabka A long time ago, in a quiet village near the hills of Bauchi State, there lived a young boy named Danjuma. He was kind, quiet, and always helped his mother with cooking, cleaning, and taking care of their goats. But Danjuma was different. He did not like the things other boys
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Join COFAA in Tackling Digital Violence Against LGBTQI+ Youth
Bauchi, Nigeria — The Council for Affirmative Action (COFAA), a trailblazing LGBTQI+-led human rights organization working in Northern Nigeria, is calling on national and international funders to join forces in tackling the rapidly growing crisis of cyberbullying, online harassment, and digital violence faced by sexual minorities in the region. From targeted smear campaigns and doxxing
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ADDRESSING THE ECONOMIC HARDSHIPS FACED BY NIGERIA’S SEXUAL MINORITY PERSONS
Executive Summary: In Nigeria, sexual minority persons face severe economic hardships due to legal discrimination, social exclusion, and state-sanctioned violence. The criminalization of same-sex relationships, coupled with deep-seated societal stigma, limits access to employment, healthcare, housing, and social services. This policy brief explores the economic impact of these challenges and proposes strategies for promoting economic
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Barriers to Funding for Queer Activism in West Africa
In West Africa, the struggle for human rights, democracy, and social justice is underpinned by the resilience of civil society organizations (CSOs) working in some of the most challenging environments. These organizations, particularly those advocating for the rights of sexual minorities and other marginalized groups, face an existential threat—not from external hostility alone, but from
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Urgent Call to Address Educational Crisis for Girls in Kebbi State, Nigeria
The Council For Affirmative Action (COFAA) is gravely concerned about the alarming socio-economic challenges facing Kebbi State, Northwestern Nigeria, and their devastating impact on the education and well-being of the girl child. The region has been hit hard by economic decline, leading to increased poverty, food insecurity, and limited access to essential services. This dire
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KEBBI STATE HEALTH STAKEHOLDERS COMMIT TO BUDGET LINE FOR INTEGRATED SUPPORTIVE SUPERVISION
A Multi-Stakeholders Dialogue, organized by the Better Life Restoration Initiative (BERI) in collaboration with the Council for Affirmative Action (COFAA), has brought together key stakeholders in the Kebbi State health sector to accelerate improvements in healthcare services. The dialogue aimed at fostering an integrated approach to supportive supervision across the state. Mr. Ogadinma Nkem Ogbonnaya,
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COUNCIL FOR AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (COFAA) PARTICIPATES IN THE 2024 NATIONAL SRHR CONFERENCE
On Thursday, May 23, 2024, the Council for Affirmative Action (COFAA) actively participated in the just-concluded National Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Conference held at IBETO Hotel, Abuja, organized by Lawyers Alert Nigeria. This significant event brought together over 60 SRHR organizations from across Nigeria to discuss crucial issues under the theme “Culture
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UNJUST CONVICTION OF BOBRISKY HIGHLIGHTS DISCRIMINATORY PRACTICES
Date: April 14, 2024 The recent conviction of Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, is a blatant illustration of political manipulation and bullying targeted at individuals based on their gender identity. As a staunch advocate for human rights, COFAA vehemently condemns this flagrant misuse of power, which only serves to further marginalize transwomen in Nigeria.
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UPHOLDING HUMAN RIGHTS: A RESPONSE TO DISCRIMINATORY ADVOCACY AGAINST TRANSGENDERED PERSONS IN NIGERIA.
By Adanna E. Joels In recent times, an alarming narrative has emerged in Nigeria, advocating for the further marginalization and discrimination against transgendered persons. This narrative, disguised under the veil of concern for privacy and dignity, seeks to criminalize and exclude transgender persons from accessing essential facilities such as cells and conveniences. Such advocacy not
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