On April 2016 Community Health Initiative for Youths in Nigeria was established. Today, CHIYN is a prominent organization in the developmental space  and a catalyst driving change. We are marking our 9th anniversary by looking at the progress made with our partners and donors countries through their endless and tremendous support. Over the past nine

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Currently, persons living with HIV who do not disclose their status prior to sexual activity that poses a risk of transmission can be charged with different offences, including aggravated sexual assault, which is the most serious sexual assault offence in the Criminal Code.Nigeria’s (federal) Sexual Offences Bill (enacted in 2015) includes sections on disease transmission.

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May Allah the Almighty enable us to make continuous spiritual progress so that our Eid is a day of true happiness on our journey in building our relationship with our creator. Whilst we are celebrating Eid, the act of remembering those who are vulnerable and marginalized cannot leave us. May our supplications be offered in

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) is a time for advocates, survivors, their loved ones and the community to come together to talk openly about sexual violence to support survivors, increase knowledge and awareness, and identify strategies and resources to prevent sexual violence.

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Transgender Day of Visibility raises awareness about transgender people. It is a day to celebrate the lives and contributions of trans people, while also drawing attention to the poverty, discrimination, and violence the community faces. Today as celebrate the joy and resilience of trans and non binary people everywhere by elevating voices and experiences from

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Best wishes to you and your loved ones this festive Easter season. May it bring you peace, joy, and much laughter in the company of those you love. ❤️

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HIV stigma and discrimination affect the emotional well-being and mental health of people living with HIV. People living with HIV often internalize the stigma they experience and begin to develop a negative self-image. They may fear they will be discriminated against or judged negatively if their HIV status is revealed.Internalized stigma” or “self-stigma” happens when

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Thank you for your dedication towards your work. You may think that no one notices your hard work, but we do each and every day. The hard-work and competence is a joy for all of us. Keep up the great work.

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Each year, we recognize World TB Day on March 24. This annual event commemorates the date in 1882 when Dr. Robert Koch announced his discovery of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacillus that causes tuberculosis (TB).World TB Day is a day to educate the public about the impact of TB around the world.  Chiyn Initiative along with

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