About Us
Advancing a better world by closing the gaps of inequality
SEQHER is a grassroots, community-led nonprofit advancing health, rights, inclusion, and quality of life for marginalized populations across Nigeria and Canada.
Our Mission
Advancing a better world by closing the gaps of inequality through education, economic empowerment, human rights advocacy, gender and social justice, health and wellbeing, food security, inclusivity, and cultural connections.
Our Vision
“To create a society where equality thrives.”
Global Presence
Operating internationally with our head office in Nigeria and a strong program presence in Canada, addressing structural inequalities worldwide.
Introduction
SEQHER is a not-for-profit and non-governmental organization that is sensitive to the plight of minorities who experience inequality in our society and works tirelessly to address systemic gaps in order to foster a more inclusive and just society.
We are a leading grassroots, community-led nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the health, rights, and holistic well-being of vulnerable populations. With about five years of collective experience, SEQHER has established itself as a trusted community anchor operating at the intersection of health justice, economic and social empowerment, digital rights, human rights promotion, and environmental justice.
Our target population has mainly been vulnerable people across the spectrum, including youth, children, women, persons with disabilities, persons living with HIV, and internally displaced persons, as well as people requiring special care. Our approach is grounded in result-oriented harm reduction, co-design and implementation, and participatory practice, ensuring that our work is co-created with the communities we serve.
Our Strategic Goals
- Community strengthening
- Improved visibility
- Acceptance and quality of life for marginalized populations
- Building bridges across Nigeria and Canada
Our Values
Respect
We respect everyone, regardless of who o r what they are and we expect people who work with us (either as partners or employees) to do the same while we work o n ensuring this becomes the norm in our society.
Solidarity
We are aware that a world where you are treated differently can feel very lonely, however, we are here with you. We have your interests at heart and we’ll fight t o ensure you get the rights you deserve.
Passion
We extremely care about the world and ensuring equality in it and a s such we’ll do everything within our power to ensure we can get equality for all and not for some.
Justice
No human should b e treated less human than any human and whenever these situations arise, we will speak up, condemn and work t o ensure human rights are guaranteed regardless o f identity, orientation and alienation.
Equality
Equality for all and not for some.
Courage
W e are a courageous people. We are not afraid t o take on the world in pursuit of our goal.
Thematic Areas
Through research, outreach, innovation, and community engagement, SEQHER executes 12 core thematic areas.
Comprehensive Health promotion and Service Delivery
HIV/AIDS Treatment, HIV Prevention Services, Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights, STIs, Mental Health, Cervical cancer, Tuberculosis, Malaria
Human Rights, Gender and Social Justice
General and policy advocacy and lobbying, Gender programming with specific focus o n addressing GBV, Protection and defence of rights violations, Safety and security, Civic Engagement and Inclusion, Leadership Development and Movement Building
Economic Empowerment
Vocational Skill Training, Entrepreneurial Training
Educational Empowerment
Literacy, Education access for marginalized persons.