DAPHO - Working to end all forms of discrimination against people who use drugs

Working towards improving the lives of people who use and/or are affected by drug use in Nigeria.

DAPHO mobilizes a community of people who use, are affected, and/or are vulnerable to drug use to access non-discriminatory health and social services as a component of their Human rights.

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Our Vision: We envision a society where every person who uses/ or is affected, and/or vulnerable to drugs will have access to non-discriminatory health and social services.

Our Priorities

Across all of our key priorities, our work focuses on addressing all of the inequalities that our community struggles every day to deal with.

Advocacy

We advocate for inclusivity, equal access, visibility, and the recognition of the human/health rights of persons who use/or inject drugs in Nigeria.

Human Rights Education

We educate healthcare providers, policymakers, and others to improve their knowledge about the realities of people who use/inject drugs in Nigeria.

Access to healthcare

We educate healthcare providers, policymakers, and others to improve their knowledge about the realities of people who use/inject drugs in Nigeria.

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Call: Facilitation of Grant Proposal Writing

DAPHO is currently accepting applications from qualified individuals to serve as the Grant Proposal Writing Facilitator. This individual will be…

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DAPHO breaks barriers to combat Hepatitis C among Nigerian Drug Users

In a dedicated effort to safeguard human rights and promote the well-being of drug users in Nigeria, the Drug-Free and…

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Our Resources & Publications

Our Resources & Publications

Read up DAPHO’s publications and resources including those curated from our partners.

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Our Journey In Photos

Everyone deserves a chance to live free from viole

Everyone deserves a chance to live free from violence and discrimination. Women who use drugs must have access to support, safety, and opportunities to rebuild their lives. Let’s stand for equity and compassion!
#SupportNotStigma #JusticeForWomen #HarmReduction #DAPHO #Nigeria @who @ndlea_nigeria @inpud_official @unwomen @supportdontpunish @undp @aivlofficial @frontlineaids @harmreductionintl @drugpolicyalliance

No one should live in fear because of their choice

No one should live in fear because of their choices. Women who use drugs deserve compassion, respect, and access to support without judgment. Let’s break the stigma and build a world where harm reduction, health, and hope take center stage.
#WomenWhoUseDrugs #HarmReduction #SupportNotStigma #16Days #DAPHO @who @unwomen @inpud_official @unitaid @unaidsglobal @frontlineaids @drugpolicyalliance @globalfundwomen @globalfund @supportdontpunish @harmreductionintl @ndlea_nigeria @aivlofficial See link in our bio to learn more.

On World AIDS Day, we stand in solidarity with all

On World AIDS Day, we stand in solidarity with all affected by HIV. As a drug user-focused organization, we fight stigma and advocate for harm reduction.
Together, we can break the silence and build a future free from HIV. #WorldAIDSDay2024 #HarmReduction #EndTheStigma #DAPHO @nacanigeria @frontlineaids @unodc_hq @globalfund @unitaid @who @ndlea_nigeria @harmreductionintl @drugpolicyalliance @aivlofficial

Women who use drugs face heightened risks of viole

Women who use drugs face heightened risks of violence and stigma, often with little protection or support. It's time to break the cycle. End violence, protect women—because every woman deserves safety and dignity. #EndViolence #ProtectWomen #16DaysOfActivism #DAPHO @who @inpud_official @ndlea_nigeria @drugpolicyalliance @harmreductionintl @aivlofficial @unodcnigeria @unodc_hq @unwomen @globalfundwomen @frontlineaids

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