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International Day of Conscience: When Moral Outrage Misfires – A Case Study in Ethical Activism

Abstract On this International Day of Conscience, we reflect on the delicate balance between righteous indignation and ethical responsibility. This article examines a 2025 incident in Nigeria where an activist’s public confrontation of a struggling mother and her 11‐year‐old daughter escalated into a humiliating episode. The case, which involved the exposure of the child’s face in violation of child protection guidelines, ultimately led to a public apology from the activist and compassionate intervention from famous chess player and philanthropist Tunde Onakoya, who stepped in to support the child’s education. Through this analysis, we explore the complexities of activism that neglects empathy and the need for a conscientious approach in public discourse. Introduction Conscience guides us in differentiating right from wrong, yet its application in public actions can sometimes overshoot the mark. In our interconnected age, incidents that capture the public’s attention may be driven by a...
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2025 WORLD THEATRE DAY: Utilizing Creative and Performance Arts as Viable Tools for Social Development and Impact

Saving Hand Development Initiative (SHADE-IN) joins the rest of the world in commemorating World Theatre Day 2025 themed: “Theatre and a Culture of Peace”, today March 27, 2025. Performance and Creative Arts continue to play important roles in social development, impact and the promotion of a culture of peace through satirical performances, the dramatization of the lived experiences of people, among others. As an organisation, SHADE-IN utilises Performance and Creative Arts to bring attention among others to the most critical challenges facing young people in our society. As the story of Jumokhe shows, peer pressure has led some young people to make life-altering decisions including with respect to their sexuality. We invite you to watch the story of Jumokhe via the Youtube link  JUMOKHE .  Like and share her story as we all work toward building a culture of peace. Do not also forget to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel to receive prompt updates. At SHADE-IN, we embrace arts ...
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My Sexuality and I: My Unashamed Love 💕

My Story and Sexuality Sexuality can be a tricky subject to navigate, especially when you’re young and still figuring out who you are. But one thing I’ve learned through my own journey is that your sexuality is yours to define, and there’s no shame in it—no matter what it looks like or the world's views. This is my story and I hope it inspires you. Growing up, I had a close friend named Franca. We were very close and everyone knew us.  Then, I was more often attracted to girls at different times and we could be so close. Today, a lot of young people get attracted to persons of different sexual orientation - a girl can get attracted to a girl, a boy to a boy, a girl to a boy and vice versa. There is nothing wrong with this on a platonic basis. Child This has been falsely interpreted as them having a different sexual orientation from whom their Maker made them, which informs their gender identity - gay, lesbian and every other identity. This has led to other forms of sexual orientati...
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International Day of Education - “AI and education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation

AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation The International Day of Education is a reminder of education’s transformative power in building a sustainable and equitable future. In 2025, this day takes on a new layer of significance as we witness the rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into every corner of our lives, especially education. While AI offers groundbreaking opportunities, it also raises critical questions: how do we preserve human agency, creativity, and ethics in a world increasingly shaped by automation?   The Transformative Potential of AI in Education   AI has unlocked possibilities that were once unimaginable. Personalized learning platforms now cater to individual needs, helping students progress at their own pace. AI-powered tools assist teachers by automating administrative tasks, freeing them to focus on mentorship and student engagement. In underserved communities, AI has expanded access to education by provid...
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International Youth Day 2024: From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development

  The youth are so creative. And that's why giving them the chance for education is important. Digitalizing education creates equal opportunity for all youth regardless of their colour, race, tribe, tongue, status, gender, background . The government of Nigeria should create innovative solutions towards strategic digitalization of education for sustainable development.  At Saving Hand Development Initiative (SHADE-IN), we value the education of every young person. Happy international Youth Day.
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Educators' Role Towards Learning For Lasting Peace - Advocate for Reviewed Education Budget Allocation.

This year's international day of education focuses on Learning for Lasting Peace with hashtag #LeadingSDG4, by emphasising the crucial role education and teachers play in countering hate speech. According to United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), "Education is a human right, a public good and a public responsibility." If it is a public responsibility, then it's definitely the Government's responsibility as well. UNESCO also cited that "without inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong opportunities for all, countries will not succeed in achieving gender equality and breaking the cycle of poverty that is leaving millions of children, youth and adults behind. Furthermore, UNESCO stated that, "Today, 250 million children and youth are out of school, and 763 million adults are illiterate. Their right to education is being violated and it is unacceptable. It's time to transform education." For ove...
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Draft Communiqué Issued at the End of the 2nd National Conference by CSO Accountability and Transparency Initiative (CATI) held on 8th-9th November, 2023 as presented by Omotunde Clement

Reported by Bliss Ojeruse, Executive Director, Saving Hand Development Initiative (SHADE-IN) Introduction The communiqué was drafted by a 3-persons committee including Newton Otsemaye, British Council State Coordinator, Edo State, Temple and Omotunde Clement. Saving Hand Development Initiative (SHADE-IN) was represented at the Conference by Bliss Ojeruse, Executive Director, who participated virtually. Background   Against the backdrop of the resolution reached at the inaugural national conference held in September 2022, the steering committee on civil society regulatory environment was saddled with the task of working closely with development partners to institutionalise the national civil society conference as an annual event to sustain and track progress made in improving the civic society operational environment in Nigeria.  To drive this initiative that would facilitate continuous engagement within the regulators and civic actors, beyond donors' intervention, the CSO Acco...
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