Outcome NER_D_3.1

By 2027, the population, particularly women, children, adolescents, youth (boys and girls) and vulnerable groups, have increased, more inclusive and equitable access to quality basic social services, decent employment, social protection and protection from harmful practices -(Outcome 2. UNSDCF)

Although the human capital portfolio is one of the most important in terms of UN Women's triple mandate, it was one of the least funded in 2024. This situation, born of the country's socio-political crisis, but also of the completion and/or suspension of certain programs (spotlight, Muskoka), limited the implementation of actions linked to strengthening access to the use of quality basic social services, to social protection against GBV, all forms of inequality, abuse, exploitation and harmful practices in line with the strategic priority effect to which the unit must refer. Nevertheless, in terms of coordinating the human capital component, the office has focused on developing programs to mobilize resources and strengthen the portfolio. To this end, four (4) projects have been developed, namely: (i) the Second Chance Education and Professional Apprenticeship (SCE- AP) project, (ii) the Climate Change Resilient Education and Empowerment for Green Citizenship for Young Women, filles et garçons du Niger (PERCAC CI-VERTE), (iii) the PAEF-Rephasage pilot project, (iiii) and the VBG project in a Nexus Humanitarian, Development and Peace approach with a focus on the protection of women and girls. Two of these projects have already received funding and are in the implementation phase: the Rephasage pilot project with Italy and the VBG project with Spain. Also, following Niger's integration into the global “Safe Cities” initiative, an exploratory study based on the Guidance Note for the Scoping Studies of the UN Women Global Program “Safe Cities Free of Violence against Women and Girls” is underway to ensure the availability of relevant information for the formulation of the UN Women Niger “Safe Cities” program. Finally, the Projet d'Accélération de l'Education des Filles PAEF (Girls' Education Acceleration Project) is also in the start-up phase after its suspension following the sanctions imposed on the country. The process with the government is proceeding smoothly. Advocacy continues to mobilize resources for the other programs already developed. Notwithstanding this programmatic development, the Human Capital unit is pursuing its regalian interventions in terms of education and health, as well as in the provision of care and referral services for victims of GBV through holistic care centers and social cohesion spaces within communities, including in areas affected by violent extremism and conflict. The AGCCI digital education project for girls has entered its 3rd implementation phase.

By 2027, the population, particularly women, children, adolescents, youth (boys and girls) and vulnerable groups, have increased, more inclusive and equitable access to quality basic social services, decent employment, social protection and protection from harmful practices -(Outcome 2. UNSDCF)

In 2025, UN Women's coordinated interventions enabled the office to contribute significantly to national priorities and indicators of the UN System Country Team's cooperation framework for inclusive peace and security management. These achievements provide a solid foundation for accelerating progress towards the UNSDCF. Key achievements in strengthening protection systems and preventing all forms of violence and discrimination include: 9,414 people (girls, boys, women, and community members) were sensitized and trained on the prevention of and response to gender-based violence, contributing to better awareness of available services and the improvement of community protection mechanisms. 40 community dialogues involving 40 women's groups engaged 800 women, strengthening their leadership and commitment to preventing GBV and promoting social norms favorable to gender equality. Regarding equitable access to education and the protection of adolescent girls Through the PAEF pilot project – Restructuring of the Kélé Boarding School, 95 girls from five priority villages benefited from integrated support combining education, protection, and empowerment, contributing to improved school retention and reduced vulnerability risks. In terms of economic empowerment and employability for women and youth: 50 women's groups were strengthened through training based on the peer educator approach. More than 1,500 women and young people improved their skills in GBV prevention, agriculture, and entrepreneurship, enhancing their employability, livelihoods, and economic resilience.

By 2027, the population, particularly women, children, adolescents, youth (boys and girls) and vulnerable groups, have increased, more inclusive and equitable access to quality basic social services, decent employment, social protection and protection from harmful practices -(Outcome 2. UNSDCF)

In Niamey, more than 2,818 people were directly affected by the awareness-raising campaign led by some 50 taximen on the fight against GBV in public places. This approach engaged through the strategy to fight against GBV in urban areas during the 16 days of activism 2023. Onu femmes strengthened 50 taximen ambassadors to Drive and prevent GBV experienced by women and girls taking public transport vehicles. o To better protect the rights of defenders of women's and girls' rights (DDF) in the exercise of their function, a campaign to popularize the educational booklet developed for this purpose was conducted and more than 500 booklets were distributed to them in all regions of the country and support for the reproduction and distribution of 400 copies of the reference document (catalog of GBV training modules) developed by the MPFPE to the various players. o 69 holistic center members and workers benefited from capacity-building, including 27 men and 42 women who were informed and equipped on standard operating procedures, case management and CRMVBG data in the Tahoua (30 participants, i.e. 15 men and 15 women) and Maradi (39 actors, including 12 men and 27 women) regions. UN Women has supported this initiative to strengthen the operation of these holistic care centers, and to provide them with qualified staff. Aussi, 98 femmes migrantes internationales ont été organisées, en comité de dénonciation des cas de VBG dénommés « chawara » qui constitue un cadre d’échange fiable ces migrantes de Niamey. Ceci a permis de référer et prendre en chargé et d’apporter d'un soutien psychologique à au moins 30 femmes, victimes de VBG. o In addition, 98 international migrant women have been organized into a GBV denunciation committee known as "chawara", which provides a reliable forum for these Niamey migrants. As a result, at least 30 women who had been the victims of GBV were referred, taken in charge and provided with psychological support. o 182 women sampled for a mapping exercise conducted by UN Women were referred to health centers to learn about their rights to protection against all forms of violence. These migrant women first explained the difficulties they face, and now have a better understanding of the mechanisms and mechanisms in place to combat GBV, particularly gender-based violence; These182 international migrant women of Nigerian, Beninese, Togolese, Malian, Burkinabè and Sierra Leonean nationality took part in the conversations and were informed on the following issues: their rights to protection against all forms of violence, the typologies of gender-based violence and how to distinguish between them, and the availability of support services in the event of violence experienced or observed. In Niamey, more than 2,818 people were directly affected by the awareness-raising campaign led by some 50 taximen on the fight against GBV in public places. This approach engaged through the strategy to fight against GBV in urban areas during the 16 days of activism 2023. Onu femmes strengthened 50 taximen ambassadors to Drive and prevent GBV experienced by women and girls taking public transport vehicles. o To better protect the rights of defenders of women's and girls' rights (DDF) in the exercise of their function, a campaign to popularize the educational booklet developed for this purpose was conducted and more than 500 booklets were distributed to them in all regions of the country and support for the reproduction and distribution of 400 copies of the reference document (catalog of GBV training modules) developed by the MPFPE to the various players.