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STRUCTURE OF THE SITUATION ROOM

STRUCTURE

The Situation Room has a Convener, who is Dr Y.Z. Ya’u, the Executive Director of Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD); and also has two Co-Conveners – Mimidoo Achakpa, Executive Director of Women’s Rights to Education Programme (WREP) and Franklin Oloniju, Executive Director of Life and Peace Development Organization (LAPDO)

MEMBERSHIP

Membership of Situation Room cuts across a wide range of CSOs from the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria. Each member brings a particular asset to the Situation Room ranging from grassroots outreach/access, access to government, civic education, legislative advocacy, electoral reforms, social media and access to security structures/architecture.

SECRETARIAT

Situation Room’s Secretariat is hosted by Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC). The Secretariat provides programmatic and administrative support to the activities of the Situation Room.
New Initiative for Social Development (NISD)

The New Initiative for Social Development (NISD) is a non-profit organization dedicated to catalyzing positive societal change, fostering development, and advocating for social justice in Nigeria. Founded with a vision to address societal challenges and empower marginalized communities, NISD operates through a range of initiatives aimed at promoting inclusive development and equitable opportunities for all. At the core of NISD’s mission is a commitment to addressing social issues and advancing the rights of vulnerable populations. The organization focuses on empowering communities, especially marginalized groups such as women, youths, and persons with disabilities, by providing them with access to education, healthcare, livelihood support, and advocacy for their rights. NISD implements community-driven development initiatives that prioritize the active participation of community members in decision-making processes. By engaging with local communities, the organization identifies their needs, co-designs interventions, and implements programs tailored to address specific challenges and foster sustainable development. Furthermore, NISD actively engages in advocacy efforts to influence policies and practices that promote social justice, human rights, and equitable development. The organization collaborates with government bodies, policymakers, and other stakeholders to advocate for policies that address systemic issues and create an enabling environment for marginalized communities. The organization operates with a commitment to transparency, accountability, and inclusivity. NISD ensures that its activities, including financial transactions and project outcomes, are transparently communicated to stakeholders, fostering trust and credibility.