Human Rights & Advocacy organisations in Africa
Rights protection, legal aid, civic space, accountability and policy advocacy. 595 organisations are listed in this sector across 44 countries.
Amref Health Africa in Kenya
Kenya Amref Health Africa in Kenya believes that the power to transform Kenya lies within the communities. Amref Health Africa’s vision is lasting health change in Kenya and its mission is to improve the health of the people i...
Association African Solidarité (AAS)
Burkina Faso Association African Solidarité (AAS) Burkina Faso is a non-governmental organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of vulnerable populations in Burkina Faso. Founded in 1991, AAS focuses on the fight a...
Association Burkinabè pour le Bien Etre Familial Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso Créée en 1979, l’Association Burkinabè pour le Bien-Être Familial (ABBEF) est une association nationale à but non lucratif bénévole et apolitique. Elle est pionnière de la planification familiale au Burkina Faso. L’ABBEF...
Babawatoto Centre For Children and Youth
Tanzania Vision, Mission and Goal Our Vision We envision a society where all children and youth realize their full potential in a society that respects their rights and dignity. Our Mission We promote child protection and empower...
Bloggers of Zambia
Zambia The Bloggers of Zambia (BloggersZM) is an independent organisation focused on the following thematic areas of work; Digital Rights and Internet Governance, Press Freedom, Civic Tech, Media and Information Literacy. Blogg...
Centre for Environment Human Rights and Development
Nigeria CEHRD was incorporated in August 15, 1999 as the Niger Delta Project for Environment, Human Rights and Development (NDPEHRD) and re-incorporated under its new name CEHRD in 2005 following its board decision. CEHRD was fo...
CENTRE FOR HUMAN RIGHTS AND POLICY STUDIES
Kenya Established in 2009, the Centre for Human Rights and Policy Studies (CHRIPS) generates policy-relevant knowledge on governance, human rights, and security across Africa. CHRIPS was registered in Kenya in 2009 as a non-go...
Centro de Aprendizagem e Capacitação da Sociedade Civil
Mozambique CESC works to strengthen the capacity of citizens and Civil Society Organizations for active participation in socio-economic and political development processes, investing in the promotion of tools and facilitation of ci...
Environmental Centre for Oil Spills and Gas Flaring (NACGOND)
Nigeria Published data was generated from activities funded by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Abuja to strengthen accountable governance and behavioral change initiatives through lobbying and advocacy in the Nige...
HelpAge Advocacy Network Uganda (HANU)
Uganda HelpAge Advocacy Network Uganda (HANU) is a national network of organizations working to advance the rights, wellbeing, and inclusion of older persons in Uganda. Established following the transition of HelpAge Internatio...
HelpAge Mozambique
Mozambique National NGOs, part of the HelpAge International Network, defending the rights of the elderly people.
Human Rights Agenda (HURIA)
Kenya Human Rights Agenda (HURIA) is a rights-based, sub-national not-for-profit organisation headquartered at the Coast of Kenya. Established in 2012 in the wake of the transformative aspirations of the Constitution of Kenya...
Humanitarian Umbrella for Relief and Development Organization (HURDO)
Somalia Humanitarian Umbrella for Relief and Development Organization (HURDO) was founded with a commitment to providing humanitarian assistance and sustainable development programs in Somalia. As an independent, non-profit orga...
Institute of Gender and Children's Health Research
Sierra Leone The Institute of Gender and Children's Health Research is a Sierra Leonean research and policy institution committed to advancing gender equity, child and adolescent health, and the rights of underserved populations thro...
Jinja district union of persons with disabilities
Uganda To advocate and lobby for improved standards of and rights of persons with disabilities through mobilization and inclusion in mainstream development programmes. Activities: Networking and Coordination Mobilization of per...
Justica Ambiental
Mozambique JUSTIÇA AMBIENTAL JA! is a Mozambican civil society organization committed to engaging citizens in the protection and defense of the environment and human rights. Vision: To see Mozambican citizens with the will and abil...
Magu Poverty Focus on Older People Rehabilitation Centre (MAPERECE)
Tanzania Magu Poverty Focus on Older People Rehabilitation Centre (MAPERECE) is a Tanzanian non-governmental organization based in Magu District, Mwanza Region. MAPERECE works to promote the rights, dignity, health, social protec...
Mauritius Institute of Directors
Mauritius The Mauritius Institute of Directors (MIoD) is a not-for-profit organisation based in Mauritius that promotes corporate governance excellence, leadership development and board effectiveness. Through its advocacy, learnin...
Media Foundation for West Africa
Ghana The MFWA is a regional independent non-governmental organisation with a network of national partner organisations in all 16 countries in West Africa. It is the biggest and most influential media development and freedom o...
National Coalition of Human Rights Defenders - Kenya
Kenya NCHRD-K is a national organisation that offers training to HRDs,protection support and advocacy on the issues affecting HRDs.
Niger Delta Stakeholders Initiative for Community Development and Empowerment
Nigeria WE SUPPORT THE EFFORTS OF THOSE AFFECTED BY EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES & WEAK GOVERNANCE THROUGH RIGHTS BASED COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT. WE STRIVE TO PROTECT HUMAN RIGHTS & DEMAND RESPONSIVE GOVERNANCE. OUR PILLARS OF RESEARCH &...
Obodo Centre for Advocacy and Equal Rights
Nigeria Obodo is a youth-led non-profit organization that seeks to further the normalization and mainstreaming of authentic Queer identities and stories in Nigeria through art, culture, technology, legal advocacy, and catalytic...
PPAG
Ghana The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG) is one of the leading Civil Society Organisations involved in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) programming in Ghana. The Association believes that based...
Shack Dwellers International - Kenya
Kenya SDI-Kenya is a non-profit organization providing technical support to Muungano wa Wanavijijij, the National Movement of the urban poor in Kenya. Its vision is to have Inclusive-Cities- where low-income communities have a...