June 12 Democracy Day

On this day, we celebrate Nigeria’s progress and the strength of the people. At ARFH, we’re reminded that days like this call for continued commitment to what matters most: health, dignity, inclusion, and community well-being. We remain dedicated to working with partners and communities to ensure that young people, women, and families everywhere have the tools […]
ARFH at the First Goalkeepers Event in Africa – Celebrating Innovation and Impact

ARFH joined changemakers at the first-ever Goalkeepers event in Africa, held in Lagos, Nigeria. With the theme “Africa in Motion,” the event highlighted how local innovations and AI-driven solutions are addressing key development challenges across the continent. The event was graced by the presence of Dr. Kehinde Osinowo, CEO of ARFH, who joined other leaders and […]
A Short Documentary: Empowering Adolescents through FLHE and Youth-Friendly Services in Osun State

This short documentary captures how the Osun State Ministry of Education and SUBEB are empowering adolescents through Family Life and HIV Education (FLHE), life skills, and access to youth-friendly health services in schools and communities. This programme is supported by the UNESCO O3 Initiative and coordinated by ARFH. It’s all part of our efforts to […]
ARFH, SFH Explore Strategic Collaboration for Sustainable High-Impact Interventions Amidst Dwindling Funding Landscape

On May 28, 2025, the Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH) engaged in a strategic dialogue with the Society for Family Health (SFH) to deepen partnership efforts in health promotion, health systems strengthening, and expanding access to life-saving interventions. During the visit, ARFH Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Kehinde Osinowo, met with SFH Managing Director, […]
Menstrual Hygiene Day 2025

As part of the ICHSSA-2 Project, ARFH supported adolescent girls with high-quality Kotex sanitary pads through a partnership with Kimberly-Clark. This helped reduce school absenteeism caused by menstruation and encouraged regular school attendance. ARFH also trained girls on how to make and sell reusable sanitary pads and worked with partners like Access Bank to provide hygiene support for vulnerable girls […]
Children’s Day 2025

ARFH joins the world in celebrating the creativity, resilience, and potential of children—especially the most vulnerable. As demonstrated by the ICHSSA-2 Project, every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, learn, and grow in a safe and supportive environment. Through this initiative, ARFH made significant strides in strengthening systems that protect and empower children and adolescents […]
Step by Step, We Walked for Her – #IDEOF2025

Today, in commemoration of the 2025 International Day for the Elimination of Obstetric Fistula (IDEOF), ARFH joined partners and stakeholders on an awareness walk from Berger to Jabi, Abuja. The walk had in attendance representatives from the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH), Bashir Foundation for Fistula […]
Improving Quality of Life: Success Stories from the CODSAiN Project

Through the Community-Oriented DMPA-SC Self-Injection Acceleration in Nigeria (CODSAiN) Project, women across Nigeria are not just accessing childbirth spacing/family planning—they are reclaiming their time, health, and choices, leading to a better quality of life. “I didn’t want more children so soon, but I didn’t know how to say it. Now I decide when I’m ready.” […]
World Hypertension Day – May 17, 2025 Theme: “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It, Live Longer.”

High blood pressure often shows no signs, but it can be managed. That’s why regular blood pressure checks are important. ARFH encourages simple, healthy habits to support blood pressure control: Eat more fruits and vegetables, reduce salt and processed foods, stay active with regular exercise, drink water and rest well, manage stress in healthy ways and […]
International Day of the Boy Child 2025

Theme: “Building Self-esteem in Boys: Stand Up, Be Heard, Be Seen” Boys need support to grow into confident, respectful, and responsible young men. ARFH is helping boys and other young people build life skills through the O3 Project – Our Rights, Our Lives, Our Future. This includes: Teaching boys how to speak up and make […]