About Our Chapter
Nigeria for a World BEYOND War is a new national coalition of volunteers (individual activists, civil society organizations, government reformers, private sector organizations and community leaders) working to end war and advocate for the abolition of weapons of war, while addressing human conflict-making behaviors and practices.
OBJECTIVES:
*A strong and leading national coalition working to promote a just, inclusive and peaceful society
*To establish different local structures manned by capable member organizations
*To build partnership and collaboration with government agencies, donors, philanthropists, and private sector & civil society organizations to implement activities
*Transforming behaviors, eliminating harmful practices and saving lives through capacity building
Chapter news and views
Wars Are Behind the Under-Education of Children in Africa
Violence and wars in Africa have been the causes of the phenomenon of out-of-school children, with far-reaching consequences on their education, in a society that is more and more militarized. #WorldBEYONDWar
Nigeria: Out of School Children and Violence Prevention for National Peace
The World BEYOND War chapter in Nigeria is holding activities to mark its national congress this year. #WorldBEYONDWar
Thirteen World BEYOND War Chapters Are Now Active in Africa
On June 1st, two webinars were organized to officially launch some World BEYOND War chapters in Africa. The World BEYOND War movement continues to grow in the continent. #WorldBEYONDWar
New Videos: Imagine Africa Beyond War
Here are videos from a 3-day virtual conference held on November 23-25, 2023, to strengthen & increase World BEYOND War’s networks in Africa to work collectively to end all wars. #Africa #WorldBEYONDWar
ECOWAS-Niger Conflict: Lessons from History on Global Power Dynamics Amidst Regional Conflict
History serves as a sobering warning of the possible repercussions when global powers use regional wars to further their own agendas. #WorldBEYONDWar
