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TIERs is the first point of call for marginalised communities in Nigeria

For nearly two decades, The Initiative for Equal Rights (TIERs) has been leading the charge in advocating for LGBTQI+ rights in Nigeria

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WHO WE ARE

Embrace Diversity Stop Discrimination

Born out of the urgent need to support LGBTQI+ Individuals, particularly in HIV prevention and research. TIERs has grown into a comprehensive human and sexual right organization. Our commitment to feminist principles drives our efforts to address a wide range of human right issues.

Our Partners

Our Services

TIERs SEXUAL HEALTH CLINIC

As a certified Health Service provider recognized by the Health Facility Monitoring Accreditation Agency (HEFAMMA), we offer a wide range of comprehensive sexual; and reproductive health services tailored to LGBTQI+ individuals, people living with HIV and sex workers.

MENTAL HEALTH THERAPY

We provide psychosocial counseling and services to community members via a one-on-one counselling session and also via our emergency hotlines. Emergency Hotlines: 0908893562, 08146337128

LEGAL REPRESENTATION

Through our in-house lawyers and a team of external lawyers, we provide pro-bono legal aid services to people who have or are experiencing human rights violations in all states of Nigeria

Our Core Values

At TIERs, we are on a mission to challenge negative narrative and combat stigma against LGBTQI+ individuals through the power of story telling and advocacy.

EQUALITY
We believe in the inherent dignity and equal rights of all individuals.

INTEGRITY
We conduct our work with honesty, transparency, and accountability.

EMPOWERMENT
We empower individuals and communities to advocate for their rights and make informed choices.

COLLABORATION
We work collaboratively with partners and stakeholders to achieve our mission.

INNOVATION
We embrace innovative approaches to addressing human rights challenges.

Research and Documentation

In our pursuit for social change, TIERs has established a robust research and knowledge management unit, driving evidence-based advocacy. Explore our recent reports below.

2023 Human Right Violation Report
by TIERs and 22 Reporting Partners
LGBTQIA + Realities in Nothern Nigeria
By Canadian funds for local initiative (CFLI) and TIERs
Social Perception Survey 2022
By TIERs

NARRATIVE CHANGE

At TIERs, we are on a mission to change the negative narrative and combat stigma against LGBTQIA+ individuals through the power of storytelling and advocacy.
Explore our recent projects below.

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