Nigeria

Bringing hope to survivors of inter-communal violence

When my village was attacked, the houses were burned to the ground. I remember that I was always running from one place to the next. I could not attend school. I did not know how to read or write. Now, I have peace. I can read and write. When I grow older, I want to be a nurse and help people.

Grace (not her real name)

Away from the headlines

Surging violence

Inter-communal violence is escalating in Central Nigeria. More than 20,000 people have been killed, with countless others suffering life-changing injuries.

Mass displacement

Millions are displaced by insecurity and fear. They suffer from restricted access to food, water, sanitation, shelter, health, income, protection and education.

Minimal international response

Despite the scale and nature of the violence, it rarely hits our headlines. The crisis remains out of sight of the world’s media.

I have visited over 100 villages in Central Nigeria. I can say categorically that none of these villages have received security or humanitarian assistance from the Nigerian Government or elsewhere.

Hassan John, Senior Programmes Manager

Your impact

Hope in forgotten conflicts

When it is too dangerous for students to travel to school, you help us bring education to the children. Fully-resourced vehicles are deployed to remote villages in Plateau State and Southern Kaduna.

Reaching the furthest first

When it is impossible for victims to visit a hospital, you help us bring healthcare to the patients. Local volunteers are trained to treat burns, bullet and machete wounds.

Conflict resolution

HART partners with local peacebuilders who are sensitive to the hurt and aspirations within communities. Through patience and sustained engagement, we restore relationships so that peace can grow.

We have brought Muslims and Christians together in an unprecedented way. We eat together and visit one another in the community. It has eroded most of the animosity between us.

Women for Peace, Plateau State

Life-saving assistance

HART provides food, water, shelter, medical care, and helps families build sustainable livelihoods.

We amplify forgotten voices

In a noisy world, we amplify voices that are unheard. We share stories of grief and courage, and celebrate their vision for a brighter future.

With your support, we bring urgent medical care to patients who are cut off from emergency services.

Esther (right), Roads to Hope

Local Partners

Albishiri Foundation

We support communities in need who do not receive assistance from major aid organisations.

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Women for Peace

In the flashpoint city of Jos, Women for Peace is a pillar of reconciliation in the community.

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People say Muslims and Christians cannot live together. We show they are wrong.

Bishop Musa Mwin Tula, Ningi Interfaith School in Bauchi State

We bring vital aid to isolated communities ignored by the international media.

Bring hope to forgotten conflicts