Our Story
Gabasawa Women and Children empowerment Initiative is a woman led organization registered with CAC, with a vision tailored towards helping the down-trodden, breaking the vicious circle of illiteracy and bridging the gap between diverse religious/tribal segregation. Gabasawa also registered with United Nations under Ecosoc, European Union, and British Council.
Gabasawa started in 2002 with kanuri, shuha, out of school Arab children living in vicious circle of megard to the 3rd generation. We started with 50 children in 2002; age range (6-14years) and as a result of great impact Gabasawa has been able to reach a Thousand (1,000) Children of that category.
Gabasawa Women & Children empowerment initiative is focused and has been responding positively in addressing the problem of women, youths and children on currently just concluded project with British Council Managing conflict in the North-East on the project of sexual & gender base violence, social justice and close relation with the family support unit of the Nigeria Police Force with the effort to identify SGBV cases, reporting and prosecution of perpetrators.
Gabasawa also focus on the underprivileged and most vulnerable households, especially widow farmer and girl child within our project coverage areas, Biu, Bayo, Hawul, Shani, MMC, Mafa, jere, Bama, Monguno Local Government Areas in Borno state; with beneficiaries of over 800 widow farmers.
OUR VISION
See Poverty removed among the marginalized Nigeria Women and Children.
MIssion
Committed to supporting women and children’s empowerment in under-privileged communities in Nigeria through poverty eradication, Child and women education, skills development and economic empowerment programmes, social and health initiatives, counseling and advocacy.
🌱 OUR VALUES
Gabasawa Women and Children Empowerment Initiative is guided by values that shape its work, partnerships, and engagement with communities:
Equity & Inclusion
We promote equal opportunities and inclusion for women, children, and youth regardless of background or circumstance.
Respect & Dignity
We respect the rights, voices, and dignity of all individuals we serve.
Sustainability
We focus on long-term solutions that strengthen resilience and self-reliance.
Accountability & Transparency
We uphold responsible use of resources and maintain openness in our operations and partnerships.
Community-Centered Approach
We work closely with communities to design and implement solutions that reflect local needs and realities.
Where We Work
Gabasawa Women and Children Empowerment Initiative operates in diverse communities across Nigeria, with a focus on areas affected by poverty, displacement, and limited access to social services.
Our work spans urban, rural, and internally displaced communities, particularly in:
North East Nigeria
South West Nigeria
Niger Delta Region
Specific interventions are implemented in selected states and local government areas based on community needs, partner collaboration, and program focus. Gabasawa works closely with local leaders, institutions, and stakeholders to ensure culturally sensitive and effective delivery of its programs.
Our Amazing Partners
