About us

The Bridge for Women Development Initiative (BOWDI) formally known as Borno Women Development Initiative has established itself as a pioneering force in advancing the rights and welfare of women and girls in Nigeria. Headquartered in Maiduguri, Borno State, with a liaison office in Abuja and field offices in Adamawa, Yobe, and Sokoto states, BOWDI has been at the forefront of implementing community-led models that foster protection, gender-based violence (GBV) prevention, mitigation and response, food security, livelihood, and education programs.

OUR MISSION

To empower women and girls, foster community resilience, and promote gender equality across Nigeria

OUR VISION

A just, equitable society where especially women and girls thrive free from violence, poverty, and inequality

HERe WE ARE

Our Approach

    Community Engagement and Ownership

    Partnership and Collaboration

     Capacity Building

     Monitoring & Evaluation

     Adaptability and Innovation

 
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Thematic areas

Protection (General protection, GBV prevention, mitigation and response)


 

 

Food Security, Nutrition security and Livelihood


 

Peace, Security and community resilience


 

Education


 

Economic and Social Investment programs


 

Emergency response and recovery



 

Fatima Yerima Askira

FOUNDER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S MESSAGE

This organization was founded with the goal of establishing a community of strong and focused women and girls. These groups will continue to positively contribute to the development of our societies, working towards a safe and prosperous future for the next generation. The objective is to create a developed and sustainable community that offers long-term solutions to the challenges of violent conflict, weakened economy, and deteriorating education systems in Nigeria and Africa. Our vision is to decrease gender inequality and alleviate the growing poverty in our communities, particularly among women and girls.

I firmly believe that by working together with donors, government entities, individuals, corporate groups, and organizations, we can restore dignity in vulnerable and marginalized communities. It is crucial to provide assistance to victims of violent conflict and restore their hope. I see this as an opportunity for change and to support individuals in need by creating an environment that fosters hope for their future.

Throughout the years, we have established one of the best women-led organizations that has formed partnerships with multilateral institutions, international organizations, national organizations, philanthropists, individuals, and private sectors. The staff of BOWDI has been provided with various opportunities to develop their capacities in the fields of humanitarian aid and development across Nigeria.

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Our Partners

 

Help Maiduguri Flood Victims

Our community in Maiduguri has been devastated by recent floods, leaving many families displaced, homeless, and in desperate need of assistance.

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