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The project, Integrated Advocacy Approaches to
Accelerating Efforts Towards the
Implementation of Menstrual Hygiene Policies in
Adamawa State, aims to develop or strengthen the
adoption of menstrual hygiene policies. It focuses on
addressing barriers to menstrual health by increasing
awareness, improving access to resources, and
promoting supportive practices within the community.
This project will employ a blend of advocacy and
tech-oriented strategies, including engaging
policymakers, deploying tech solutions, and
mobilizing grassroots stakeholders. Public awareness
campaigns, and collaboration
with local organizations will be used to challenge
stigma and encourage healthy practices. Additionally,
stakeholders will be trained on effective policy
implementa…
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Advocacy and influencing - #1.
change laws, public policies, plans and
financing for MHD in education,
gender equality, health, and
humanitarian sectors
#2. change private sector policies and
programs in support of MHD #3.
development or changes to
public works, infrastructure that uphold
MHD
#4. change intergovernmental normative
frameworks at regional or global levels in
support of MHD Menstrual discrimination remains a significant barrier to gender equality,
particularly in underserved regions like Adamawa State. Cultural taboos,
societal stigma, and inadequate access to menstrual health resources
perpetuate inequalities, affecting the education, health, and social
participation of women and girls.
One of the major challenges is the widespread lack of aw…
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Goal
To accelerate the adoption, implementation, and enforcement of menstrual
health and dignity policies in Adamawa State, ensuring improved access to
menstrual health resources and supportive environments for women and girls
by 31st July 2026. Objectives
- Enhance Policy Advocacy and Implementation:
- Strengthen Organizational Capacity:
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Conduct stakeholder mapping to
identify key government actors,
policymakers, and influencers for
menstrual health
advocacy from the State Ministry of
Health and Ministry of Women
Affairs and Social Development.
- Develop and disseminate 5 tailored
- Organize targeted Monthly
- Establish and facilitate activities of a
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Strengthen Organizational
Capacity
- Conduct 3 capacity-building
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For the successful implementation of this project, Big Family 360 will leverage
the existing relationships with Adamawa State Ministry of Health, Ministry of
Women Affairs, and Ministry of Education to ensure alignment with existing
policies and access to schools and health facilities for program delivery.
Collaboration with local government authorities will aid in grassroots
implementation and monitoring.
We will also engage international development agencies, including UNFPA
and WHO, for technical expertise, funding support, and capacity-building
initiatives.
Community partnerships will include Village Heads, School Based
Management committees, parent-teacher associations, and youth
groups to foster local ownership and dismantle cultural stigmas surroundin…
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Today
Breaking News from Yola
The Jimeta Modern Market, which was closed by the Adamawa State Government on [insert closure date], has officially been reopened today, Tuesday, 24th September 2025, at around 10:37 AM.
A video from the scene shows traders and buyers trooping into the market as activities gradually resume.
Stay tuned — more details coming through!
#JimetaMarket #AdamawaState #BreakingNews10:40 am
10:40 am
The Jimeta Ultra Modern Market, which was closed on Wednesday, [insert exact date] after the Adamawa State Government demolished over 2,000 illegal shops and attachments for breaching the market’s original master plan, has officially reopened today, Tuesday, 24th September 2025, at around 10:37 AM.
According to the Market Restoration Committee, the demolition exercise was necessary to decongest the market, improve accessibility, and restore free movement of customers and vehicles.
A video from the scene shows traders and buyers trooping into the market as activities gradually resume.
Stay tuned — more details coming through!
#JimetaMarket #AdamawaState #BreakingNews10:43 am
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