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Last Tuesday, big family 360 foundation’s team lead by her head of operations, Mr. Henry Ibrahim paid a courtesy/advocacy visit to the Adamawa state honorable commissioner of women affairs, Hon. Neido Kafulto Geoffrey.
The visit was to update her on activities of the foundation in the state, especially in the GBV sub-sector, to bring to her knowledge the revolutionary GBV reporting/referral app called SmartRR owned by the foundation which has been helping in the fight against Gender-based violence around Nigeria and to also seek for opportunities of partnerships between the organization and her ministry.
The commissioner was very excited about the visit and the app and appreciated the organization for the good work she’s doing. She also expressed her willingness to partner with Big Family 360 foundation by spreading word about the SMARTRR app to end GBV in the state.
Finally, she asked that we supply her office with as many visibility materials as possible so they can use for their activities with women and girls in the state.
Also present at the meeting was the permanent secretary of the ministry who also expressed gratitude to Big Family for the good work and asked that we do not hesitate to approach them if we need anything from them as their door is always open to anything that is meant to help women in the state.
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Dirug Samuel of the Big Family 360 Foundation was at the Federal Ministry of Health in Abuja yesterday, along with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), UNFPA East and Southern Africa, UNFPA West and Central Africa, and AfriLabs. The visit, which is part of advocacy and partnership, discussed their work and innovation by introducing Smart RR, an innovative tool and approach that has been determined to be one of the best innovative approaches to accelerate efforts to end gender-based violence, harmful practices, and other health-related issues.
#innovation #gender #health #africa #africa #fgm #srhr
Did you know that many women and girls adjust or even postpone their travels because of the fear, discomfort, stigma, and lack of support they face while managing their periods in public spaces? Imagine travelling long distance from Yola to Abuja while dealing with menstrual pain, limited access to sanitary materials, and the shame society still attaches to menstruation.
That is why, Big Family 360 Foundation, through the Sang Pour Sang (SPS) Project, joined hands with partner organizations and stakeholders to carry out a Menstrual Health and Dignity Sensitization Outreach across Adamawa Sunshine Park, Jambutu Park, and NURTW Park Nasarawo in Yola North LGA, Adamawa State.
The outreach created safe spaces for conversations around menstrual hygiene, dignity, access to sanitary products, and the need for more supportive environments for women and girls in public spaces like motor parks. Transport workers, market women, female commuters, youth, and community members were engaged on the importance of breaking menstrual stigma and promoting menstrual dignity for all.
Through interactive sessions, myths and misconceptions surrounding menstruation were addressed, while men and boys were encouraged to become allies in creating safer and more supportive communities for women and girls.
This impactful outreach was carried out in collaboration with Rise To Inspire Africa Initiative (RIA), Every Girl Initiative (EGI), Debbie Kauna Foundation (DKF), Today For Tomorrow Initiative (TFT), (HARAF), and National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW).
Together, we are normalizing conversations around menstruation and building communities where no woman or girl has to suffer shame for a natural process.
#MenstrualHealth #MenstrualDignity #EndPeriodStigma #SPSProject #CommunityEngagement #BigFamily360Foundation #MHHM #YolaNorth #DignityForAll
Stakeholders recently convened at the Women Development Center for the #Technical Working Group(TWG) Monthly Meeting on Menstrual Health and Hygiene Management Policy in Adamawa State.
The meeting brought together key ministries, agencies, organizations, and partners committed to advancing menstrual health, dignity, and inclusive policies for women and girls across the state. Discussions focused on progress updates, action points from previous engagements, and preparations towards World Menstrual Hygiene Day.
Present at the meeting were representatives from:
NAWLO (National Association of Women Lead Organizations)
Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development Ministry of Water Resources (MOWR) Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning (MB&EP) Adamawa State Planning Commission (ASPC) State Ministry of Health (SMOH)
ADSUBEB
FIDA WOWICAN
People Living With Disabilities (PWD) representatives
Adamawa Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
Also in attendance were our SPS partners:
HARAF, TFT, EGI, DFK, and RIA.
Together, we continue to strengthen collaboration, advocacy, and policy implementation towards improved menstrual health and hygiene management for all.
#MenstrualHealth #MHM #WorldMenstrualHygieneDay #AdamawaState #PolicyDialogue #SPSProject #EndPeriodStigma
Strengthening Partnerships for Impact: BF360 Meets UNFPA Nigeria
Big Family 360 Foundation (BF360) recently paid an advocacy visit to United Nations Population Fund Nigeria at the UN House to strengthen collaboration and explore strategic partnership opportunities.
The meeting was attended by Muriel Mafico, Zubaida Abubakar, and Karima Bungudu, alongside the Executive Director of BF360 and his team.
BF360 presented its innovative interventions, including #Smartrr for reporting gender-based violence (GBV) and the #HerPride Initiative focused on menstrual hygiene. The team also showcased its eco-friendly HerPride sanitary pads made from bamboo and banana stems—fully biodegradable and 100% plant-based.
UNFPA Nigeria commended BF360’s impactful work and expressed interest in integrating these innovations into its U-Plan chatbot to enhance reproductive health education. The organization also indicated plans to connect BF360 with its representatives across Africa to support scaling these solutions.
This engagement marks a key step toward stronger collaboration and expanded impact across communities. #herpride #impact
Happy Workers’ Day!
Today, we pause to honour the hands that build, the minds that solve, and the hearts that keep our societies moving forward.
At Big Family 360 Foundation, we deeply appreciate every worker whose daily effort seen or unseen creates ripple effects of change in families, communities, and nations.
To every individual showing up with commitment despite challenges, this day is for you.
May your labour continue to open doors, bring growth, and inspire hope.
Happy Workers’ Day.
Your work speaks beyond words.
Big Family 360 Foundation has successfully concluded a 3-day Safety and Security Training under the Sang Pour Sang Project, funded by AFD – Agence Française de Développement through Fos Feminista.
The training was designed to strengthen the capacity of our team focusing on key areas such as organizational security strategies, individual safety practices, first aid, workplace mental health, and effective stress management.
Through interactive sessions and practical learning, participants were equipped with essential skills to navigate both field and workplace challenges while prioritizing safety, well-being, and resilience.
At Big Family 360 Foundation, we remain committed to building a safe, informed, and empowered workforce dedicated to delivering impactful interventions for vulnerable communities.
#BigFamily360Foundation #SangPourSang#SafetyTraining #CapacityBuilding #MentalHealth #FirstAid #AFD #FosFeminista
Members of the #Technical Working Group (TWG) on Menstrual Health and Hygiene Management (MHHM) Policy in Adamawa State recently held their monthly meeting to review progress and strengthen coordination for effective policy implementation.
The meeting was hosted by the #Adamawa State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development in collaboration with Big Family 360 Foundation @bf360_foundation , with support from AFD - Agence Française de Développement through Fòs Feminista @fosfeminista .
The organizers expressed appreciation to development partners and representatives of relevant ministries for their continued commitment, active participation, and valuable contributions toward advancing the MHHM policy in Adamawa State.
Hello Monday!
A new week brings new opportunities to create impact, strengthen communities, and inspire change. At Big Family 360 Foundation, we remain committed to building a better future for all.
Let’s step into this week with purpose, compassion, and the drive to make a difference. 💙
#HelloMonday #NewWeekNewGoals #BigFamily360 #ImpactDriven
Big Family 360 Foundation paid an advocacy visit to the Adamawa State Ministry of Water Resources as part of the Sang Pour Sang Project under the initiative “Integrated Advocacy Approaches to Accelerating Efforts Towards the Implementation of Menstrual Hygiene Policies in Adamawa State.”
During the meeting with the Director and WASH Lead of the ministry, discussions focused on the critical role of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) systems in supporting effective Menstrual Health and Hygiene Management (MHHM).
The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to actively participate in the Menstrual Health and Hygiene Technical Working Group (MHH TWG) and collaborate with other government institutions, including the Adamawa State Ministry of Women Affairs, to strengthen the implementation of menstrual hygiene policies in the state.
This advocacy effort is supported by Fòs Feminista and Agence Française de Développement, whose continued support is helping drive policy implementation and multi-sector collaboration to improve menstrual health outcomes in Adamawa State.
Together, we move closer to a future where menstrual health is recognized, prioritized, and supported across sectors.
Happy International Women's Day to all the incredible women making a difference across every space and generation. Keep rising, keep leading, and keep inspiring. 💜 #IWD #WomenInAllSpheres #BigFamily360
