The Street Hygiene and Cleanliness Campaign, a community-driven initiative, is dedicated to enhancing the cleanliness and aesthetics of our neighborhood while preventing issues like blocked drains and flooding. Through concerted efforts, the campaign aims to foster a clean, safe, and pleasant physical environment by promoting community engagement and raising awareness about proper waste management practices. In collaboration with Lagos Waste Management Authority LAWMA, this campaign exemplifies the power of collective action in creating a healthier and more sustainable living environment for all residents.

The 16 Days Activism Programme, conducted in Ikorodu, Apapa, and Lagos Island, on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, is a critical endeavor aimed at raising awareness, promoting gender equality, and advocating for the eradication of all forms of violence against women. The programme seeks to challenge societal norms and stereotypes while empowering survivors and fostering a culture of reporting incidences of SGBV. This initiative underscores the collaborative efforts of stakeholders, including government agencies, civil society organizations, and communities, in addressing violence against women and promoting a safer and more equitable society for all.

The Women’s History Month Celebration stands as a significant homage to the rich tapestry of achievements, contributions, and struggles of women throughout history in Lagos State. 107 women from 5 wards and CDC within Eti-Osa local government participated in the impactful sessions led by DSVA and VCDF on GBV awareness, record-keeping, and business management. This event embodies a dedicated commitment to empowering women and advancing gender equity at the grassroots level.

The Visit to Red cross Nursery, Primary, and Abandoned Babies Home for the Back-to-School Exercise & Volunteer Engagement was a heartwarming endeavor aimed at providing love, care, and educational support to those who lack parental guidance and nurturing. The activity sought to bring about holistic development and promote educational equity by offering free school supplies to less privileged pupils. Notable achievements include the enhancement of communication and time management skills among primary 4-5 pupils, the engagement of Nursery/KG/Creche children with storytelling sessions and educational toys, and the expression of artistic talents through painting and drawing by older pupils. This initiative underscores the power of volunteerism and collective action in bringing positive change and uplifting the lives of disadvantaged children.

The Blood Donation Drive emerged as a significant event, epitomizing the spirit of community health and solidarity. Collaborating with Red Cross and Lagos State Blood Transfusion Services, LSBTS, the drive aimed to raise awareness about blood donation and provide support to individuals in medical emergencies. Successfully coordinating and distributing donated blood, the drive not only saved lives but also contributed to the promotion of public health. The objectives included emphasizing the importance of blood donation, addressing concerns and misconceptions surrounding it, also highlighting the collective efforts towards fostering a culture of blood donation and community well-being.

The Beach Clean Up, organized to commemorate World Environment Day, aimed to combat plastic pollution, and promote sustainable practices. It involved raising awareness, encouraging positive behavior, and donating bins to the Elegushi community. The initiative also provided sensitization sessions on waste segregation and the importance of beach cleanup. Collaboration with RESWAYE empowered stakeholders through the trash for plastic initiative. Volunteers were educated on the negative effects of plastic waste on human health, plant life, and animals, emphasizing the urgency of beach cleanup efforts.

The Christmas Funfair Party was a heartwarming initiative designed to bring joy, comfort, and a sense of belonging to vulnerable children and victims of domestic abuse during the holiday season. With the support of compassionate collaborators, volunteers, and organizers, the event offered not just entertainment and companionship, but also vital necessities to help ease their daily struggles, alleviating hunger and malnutrition in their lives. This initiative beautifully reflected the power of empathy, kindness, and community-driven efforts, spreading love and warmth to those who need it most. It served as a reminder of the profound impact we can have by coming together to care for one another, not only during the holidays but throughout the year.

The visit to Regina Mundi Home for the Elderly was a heartwarming initiative aimed at promoting the welfare and wellbeing of the elderly community. Volunteers were taught the importance of compassion and responsibility towards elders. The visit fostered bonding between volunteers and the elderly through storytelling, allowing them to share cherished memories and reconnect with their past. The expression of creativity through drawings and paintings showcased the vitality and spirit of the elderly residents, underscoring the importance of honoring and caring for them.