Sensitization in Akpap Okoyong, Odukpani LGA: Promoting Peace and Ending Harmful Practices
On December 14th, 2024, Hopeland Community Initiative for Peace and Social Development (CIPSD), supported by the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND), conducted a sensitisation exercise in Akpap Okoyong, Odukpani LGA, Cross River State. The exercise focused on raising awareness about the dangers of harmful cultural practices and their impact on peace […]
Sensitization Exercise in Akamkpa LGA: A Step Towards Positive Change
Hopeland Community Initiative for Peace and Social Development (CIPSD), with support from the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND), is driving awareness and education to address harmful cultural practices that fuel violence in communities. As part of its intervention in Akamkpa LGA, CIPSD conducted sensitization campaigns in Ekong and Oban communities to […]
Festivity for Reconciliation: Using Carnival Calabar to Promote Peacebuilding and Foster Peaceful Coexistence in Communities
Festivity for Reconciliation The Carnival Calabar, celebrated annually in Cross River State, is widely known as Africa’s largest street party. While it is a time of vibrant cultural expression, joyous festivities, and tourism, it also serves as a powerful platform to address pressing societal issues. In 2023, Calabar Carnival, Hopeland Community Initiative […]
Advocacy Visit to HRH Obong Ita Okon of Akamkpa Clan, Akpap Okoyong, Odukpani LGA: A Resounding Success
Advancing Peace and Social Development On 14th day of December, 2024, Hopeland Community Initiative for Peace and Social Development (CIPSD), sponsored by the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND), embarked on an advocacy visit to HRH Obong Ita Okon, the revered monarch of Akamkpa Clan, Akpap Okoyong. The visit, aimed at promoting […]
Capacity Building Exercise in Akamkpa LGA: A Step Towards Positive Change
Hopeland Community Initiative for Peace and Social Development (CIPSD), in collaboration with the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND), is equipping individuals and leaders in Akamkpa LGA with the tools and skills needed to tackle harmful cultural practices and foster sustainable peace. As part of its intervention, CIPSD organized capacity-building sessions in […]
Sensitization Exercise in Nko Community, Yakurr LGA: A call for change in our communities.
On December 21st, 2024, Hopeland Community Initiative for Peace and Social Development (CIPSD), with the support of the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND), conducted a sensitization exercise in Nko Community, Yakurr LGA, Cross River State. The campaign aimed to raise awareness about the impact of harmful cultural practices on community harmony […]
Advocacy Visit to HRH Chief Ubana Maurice of Abanamkpai: A Milestone for Peace and Community Development.
A Milestone for Peace and Community Development. On December 20th, 2024, CIPSD, supported by PIND, conducted a successful advocacy visit to HRH Chief Ubana Maurice, the esteemed Clan Head of Abanamkpai in Nko Community, Yakurr LGA, Cross River State. The visit focused on addressing violence stemming from harmful cultural practices and fostering a culture of […]
Capacity Building Exercise in Odukpani LGA: Empowering Communities for Lasting Change
On the 17th of December, CIPSD, with the support of PIND, taught and equipped individuals and community leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to address harmful practices and foster lasting peace. Our capacity-building sessions in Odukpani LGA are designed to inspire action, strengthen leadership, and promote sustainable development. Together, we’re creating empowered communities ready […]
Advocacy Visits in Akamkpa LGA: Reducing Violence Driven by Harmful Cultural Practices
Advocacy Visits to Clan Head of Oban, Ntufam Hopeland Community Initiative for Peace and Social Development (CIPSD) carried out an advocacy visit to the Clan Head of Oban, Ntufam Stephen Mbey in Akamkpa LGA on Reducing Violence Driven by Harmful Cultural Practices. Advocacy Visits to Head of Ekong Community Hopeland Community Initiative for Peace and […]
Enlightening Minds and Raising Standards (EMRS) and Community Initiatives for Peace and Social Development (CIPSD) Collaborate on World Education Day
On World Education Day – usually January 24th, Enlightening Minds and Raising Standards (EMRS) and Community Initiatives for Peace and Social Development (CIPSD), two prominent NGOs dedicated to Education and Peace & Development respectively, joined forces to conduct an impactful outreach project at NYSC Secondary School in Calabar. The project, centered around the theme […]