In a bold demonstration of commitment to protecting women and girls, the Borno State Women-Led Civil Society Organizations (BONWOC), led by the Executive Director of Life At Best Development Initiative (LABDI), Madam Ladi Clark, convened a strategic gathering today to spotlight the urgent issue of digital gender-based violence (DGBV).

The convergence was done in collaboration with the Borno State Ministry of Women Affairs and with strong support from United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). And it brought together a wide range of organizations under the BONWOC umbrella—and partners beyond it—each showing up with purpose and solidarity. Their participation reaffirmed a shared belief that women and girls deserve to be safe, empowered, and respected, both offline and online, across cities and rural communities alike.

More than just a meeting, the session ignited renewed energy and collective resolve. Participants left with a strengthened commitment to collaborate with government institutions, tech stakeholders, community leaders, and grassroots actors to combat technology-facilitated violence in all its forms.

Together, BONWOC and its partners are not just raising awareness—they are building a safer digital future where every woman and girl can thrive without fear.

Life At Best Development Initiative (LABDI) joined government institutions, UN agencies, and civil society partners in Maiduguri as Borno State formally launched the 2025 observance of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.

The event, convened by the Borno State Ministry of Women Affairs in collaboration with the Borno State Government, brought together UNFPA Nigeria, ActionAid, UN Women Nigeria, CARE Nigeria, Danish Refugee Council, FHI 360, CATAI, CASFOD, Elela-Care, GISCOR, and many other actors committed to advancing protection for women and girls.

At the event, the Executive Director of Life At Best Development Initiative (LABDI) and President of the Borno State Women-Led Civil Society Organizations (BONWOC), Madam Ladi Clark, delivered a powerful call for all stakeholders to “UNiTE! End Digital Violence Against All Women and Girls.”

She highlighted that in a region where insecurity disproportionately impacts women and girls, the 16 Days of Activism is far more than a global observance — it is a symbol of hope, solidarity, and collective responsibility. It reflects a commitment to strengthening protection systems, building informed communities, and enhancing coordinated humanitarian responses.

Her compelling address set a clear tone for urgent, unified action to safeguard the rights and safety of women and girls in every space, including the digital environment. LABDI stood alongside national and international partners to amplify this message, especially for individuals in conflict-affected communities across Borno State who face heightened risks.

LABDI remains committed to supporting survivors, advancing prevention efforts, working with government structures, and promoting community-driven solutions that uphold dignity, equality, and safety.

Let us unite.
Let us turn awareness into action.
Let us Orange the World and end GBV.

On Friday, 20th June 2025, Life At Best Development Initiative (LABDI) welcomed representatives from the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation to Maiduguri, Borno State. The visit was part of ongoing efforts to assess the progress of our PACT-LAB project (Protecting Children, Women, and Youth Affected by Conflict through Local Actors in Borno State), a humanitarian initiative funded by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation and led by LABDI.

During the visit, the PACT-LAB consortium partners, which include Life At Best Development Initiative (LABDI), Center for Advocacy, Transparency and Accountability Initiative (CATAI), Youth Integrated for Positive Development Initiative (YIPDI), Rise to Inspire Africa (RIA), and Terre des hommes came together to bid farewell to one of the Swiss representatives, Nicolas Martin—a passionate humanitarian and a true advocate for localization. Nicolas’s unwavering dedication has left an indelible impact on the project and on the lives of the vulnerable populations it serves. It was a proud yet bittersweet moment as we celebrated his significant contributions and wished him success in his new place of assignment.

The LABDI-led consortium used the occasion to reaffirm its unwavering commitment to the vision and goals of the PACT-LAB project.

United in purpose, we remain steadfast in our resolve to protect and empower children, women, and youth affected by conflict across Borno State without leaving anyone behind.