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"All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights."
- Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Basic Rights Watch (BRW) is a Nigeria-based non-governmental organization (NGO) founded in 2016.
Basic Rights Watch (BRW) is a Nigerian Knowledge organization, established with a vision of a Nigeria where social justice informs public decision making and guarantees respect of human rights and fundamental freedoms for all. BRW has two (2) mandates. First, to utilize data, technology and creative ideas to simplify and communicate public policy/information to empower marginalized groups and communities to take action for social change. Second, to contribute to peace building and climate change efforts, restoration of livelihoods and promotion of transitional justice systems and processes in conflict torn areas.
“In the aftermath of conflict, justice is not only about holding perpetrators accountable; it’s also about acknowledging the suffering of victims, fostering reconciliation, and building a future based on respect for human rights and the rule of law.”
— Kofi Annan
“Transitional justice is the compass guiding societies through the turbulent waters of their past, charting a course towards healing, reconciliation, and lasting peace.”
— Austin Ekwujuru
“Transitional justice is about acknowledging the past, confronting the truth, and forging a path towards reconciliation and healing for all affected by conflict and injustice.”
— Desmond Tutu
“Your effort are urgent. Our planet is on the brink. Ecosystems are collapsing. Our Climate is Imploding. And humanity is to blame.”
— Antonio Guterres (UN Secretary-General)
Our Programs are Designed to Fit into Our Believes
01.
—Transitional Justice (TJ) Program
In societies emerging from periods of conflict or authoritarian rule, the wounds of the past often linger, casting a shadow over the prospects of peace, reconciliation, and sustainable development. At Basic Rights Watch (BRW), we recognize the critical importance of addressing historical injustices and fostering a culture of accountability and reconciliation. Our Transitional Justice (TJ) Program is dedicated to promoting healing, restoring trust, and building a foundation for a just and peaceful future.
02.
Death Penalty
Basic Rights Watch uses this program to commission report releases so as to highlight the ills and dehumanization-characterization of jungle justice act. The program also seeks to lobby Nigerian lawmakers to enact a law that prohibits and criminalizes the aforementioned act.
03.
Poverty Eradication
Tracking Needs, a program of Basic Rights Watch, investigates urgent capital needs of local communities and advocates for governmental/non-governmental intervention to address such needs. This is to eradicate extreme poverty and promote participatory budgetary processes. Our primacy encompasses thematic areas of health, education and clean water provision.
04.
— Gender, Women, Youth and Education
Gender equality, women’s empowerment, youth engagement, and education are fundamental pillars of sustainable development and social progress. At BRW, we are committed to promoting equality, empowering individuals, and ensuring access to quality education for all, regardless of gender, age, or background.
05.
Open Financial Governance
Basic Rights Watch uses Transparency Alert Program to proselytize and ensure open financial government, citizen participation and discourage corruption in the management of public finance in federal universities through tracking the implementation of capital funds and advocacy. Our ultimate goal through the program is to magnify citizen participation in federal university capital spending
06.
— Climate Change
At Basic Rights Watch (BRW), we recognize that climate change poses an existential threat to humanity and the planet. Addressing this global challenge requires urgent action and a comprehensive approach that integrates principles of justice, equity, and human rights.
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Impact Campaigns
#TheStoryofKuchidna - Advocacy for interventions on urgent capital needs of Kuchidna Community, Nasarawa State
On 18 February 2017, the Tracking Needs team was at Kuchidna Community, Kubusu, Karu LGA, Nassarawa state for research and investigation over their urgent capital needs. This was following baseline indicators that opined that the community has several challenges on access to basic social amenities. The community has a population of 3000 with no access to electricity, clean water, and dilapidated healthcare and primary school facilities. Basic Rights Watch has commissioned several advocacy strategies over the case of Kuchidna, and calls on all relevant governmental and non-governmental authorities to urgently intervene in the community.
#TheStoryofFarah – Advocacy for interventions on urgent capital needs of Farah Community, Plateau State
On 20 May 2017, the Tracking Needs team was at Farah Community, Mbara, Bokkos LGA, Plateau State for research and investigation over their urgent capital needs. This was following baseline indicators that informed us that the community has several challenges on access to basic social amenities. The community of 3500 population est. has with no access to clean water, and dilapidated healthcare and primary school facilities. Basic Rights Watch has commissioned several advocacy strategies over the case of Farah, and calls on all relevant governmental and non-governmental authorities to urgently intervene in the community.
Reports
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The 2020 National Freedom of…
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2019 National Freedom Of Information…
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