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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DAPHO Expands Intervention to the Military in Gombe State

The Drug-Free and Preventive Healthcare Organization (DAPHO) has extended its advocacy efforts to the 301 Artillery Regiment in Gombe State,…

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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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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

Globally, people—especially women who use drugs—face discrimination driven by societal biases, punitive policies, and gender stigma. These barriers restrict access to essential health services, legal protections, and opportunities.
At DAPHO, we work to challenge these injustices through harm reduction, policy reform, and tailored support programs. Learn more about us here: https://dapho.org
#DAPHO #Nigeria #DrugUse #HarmReduction

🚀 Exciting News! DAPHO is set to officially la

🚀 Exciting News! DAPHO is set to officially launch its Vocation As Therapy Against Drug Dependence (VATADD) center on February 14, 2025! 🎉 This initiative is dedicated to empowering and supporting Women Who Use Drugs in Gombe State through vocational training and holistic care. Stay tuned for more updates! #VATADD #EmpowerWomen #DAPHO

DAPHO's core values are embedded in inclusivity. A

DAPHO's core values are embedded in inclusivity. At DAPHO, we understand the need for tailored support for women affected by drug use in Northern Nigeria. Notably, one in four drug users in Nigeria is a woman, and the prevalence of substance use among women in the northern regions is rising. Factors such as unemployment, insurgency, and family dynamics contribute to this trend. Recognizing these challenges, DAPHO is committed to providing inclusive and comprehensive programs to empower these women and foster stronger communities. Learn more here 👉 https://dapho.org/what-we-do/

As part of its advocacy and intervention efforts,

As part of its advocacy and intervention efforts, DAPHO has extended its outreach to the 301 Artillery Regiment in Gombe State to raise awareness of issues affecting people who use or inject drugs in Nigeria. Read more @dapho.org
#DAPHO #Nigeria #Gombe #HarmReduction #Intervention #NigerianArmy

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