International Day of Persons with Disabilities | 3 December 2025
Today, we join the world in celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), a day dedicated to promoting the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities (PwDs) and raising awareness about their inclusion in all aspects of society. The 2025 theme: “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress” reminds us that true social progress is […]
ARFH Participates in World AIDS Day 2025 Activities Across 6 GC7 States
ARFH joined communities, stakeholders, and partners across six Global Fund GC7 implementation states to commemorate World AIDS Day 2025. Aligned with this year’s theme – “Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response” ARFH supported a range of impactful activities, including: Community HIV awareness and sensitization outreaches Free HIV counselling and testing Engagements with key and vulnerable populations Health […]
World AIDS Day 2025 Theme: “Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response”
Today, ARFH joins the global community to commemorate World AIDS Day 2025 a moment to reflect, recommit, and re-energise collective efforts to strengthen the AIDS response. This year’s theme highlights a critical call: despite global challenges and disruptions, we must continue to build resilient systems, strengthen partnerships, and champion human-rights-centred approaches that ensure no one is left […]
Boardroom to Impact: Dr. Simpa Endurance Dania Visits ARFH
Dr Simpa Endurance Dania, ARFH Board Member, visited the ARFH office today for a productive meeting with the CEO and staff. The visit offered a chance to connect, share ideas, and reinforce commitment to improving health and well-being in communities, especially for adolescents, young people and women. Moments like these strengthen partnerships and inspire ongoing […]
16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence | 2025 Theme: “UNiTE to End Digital Violence Against All Women and Girls”
Technology keeps evolving and so do the risks faced by women and girls online. Digital violence is real. It affects mental health, education, confidence, and overall well-being. ARFH remains committed to: promoting digital safety and literacy, supporting women and girls in our communities, providing survivor-centred support and strengthening community-led responses to GBV Together, we can create safe […]
Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters – Early Detection Saves Lives.
Breast cancer remains one of the most common cancers affecting women in Nigeria, yet many lives can be saved through greater awareness, regular self-testing, and timely access to care. At ARFH, we join the global campaign this Breast Cancer Awareness Month under the theme “Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters” to promote early detection, reduce stigma, […]
Today is World Polio Day 2025
This year’s theme – “End Polio: Every Child, Every Vaccine, Everywhere” reminds us that the fight against polio is not over until every child, no matter where they live, is protected through vaccination. At ARFH, we remain committed to supporting Nigeria’s efforts toward a polio-free world through strengthening community health systems, supporting immunization campaigns and community […]
ARFH at the Upcoming International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP) 2025
ARFH will participate in the International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP) 2025, scheduled to be held in Bogotá, Colombia. ARFH will be represented by Dr. Kehinde Osinowo the CEO, and Samson Odukogbe. At the conference, Samson will present findings from the Community-Oriented DMPA-SC Self-Injection Acceleration in Nigeria (CODSAiN) Project, supported by the Gates Foundation. As […]
#IAHW2025 | International Adolescent Health Week
This year’s theme “Thriving Inside-Out: Strengthening Physical and Mental Health of Adolescents” reminds us that wellbeing starts from within and grows through the support of families, peers, and communities. At ARFH, we are proud of our young professionals who embody this message daily, driving programs that empower adolescents to stay healthy, confident, and resilient. Through their dedication, […]
Commemorating International Adolescent Health Week 2025: A Call to Action in Nigeria
The Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH) joins partners including WHO, UNICEF, FMOH, UNFPA, UNESCO, SFH, Girl Effect, Pathfinder, and others to commemorate International Adolescent Health Week 2025 with a national conversation titled: A Call to Action in Nigeria: What is the relevance of “The 2nd Lancet Commission on Adolescent Health and Wellbeing” in Nigeria? Wednesday, 15th October […]