The Women’s Peace and Protection Initiative (WOPPI) has secured approval for a new funding cycle running from August 2026 to March 2027, paving the way for a strategic partnership with the State Action Plan Implementation Committee (SAPIC) on Women, Peace and Security in Plateau State.
The development was disclosed during the quarterly meeting of the third State Action Plan Implementation Committee on Women, Peace and Security.
According to an official update signed by Dung John Hwyere on behalf of WOPPI, the grant is aimed at strengthening protection for vulnerable populations while promoting women’s participation and leadership in decision-making and peacebuilding processes.
A key focus of the new funding cycle is the expansion of Women, Peace and Security initiatives to three additional target areas—Bassa, Bokkos and Barkin Ladi, collectively referred to as the “3-Bs.”
The programme will also continue to provide direct operational support to the Local Area Peace and Inclusion Committee in Jos South.
Beyond geographical expansion, the initiative will strengthen survivor protection and response networks, with particular attention to Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) and Conflict-Related Sexual Violence (CRSV).
The project will further introduce structured mentorship, networking opportunities and policy engagements aimed at equipping and positioning more women to play active roles in local governance, peacebuilding and conflict resolution.
Organisation leaders stressed the importance of sustained collaboration among government institutions, civil society organisations, community stakeholders and other partners to achieve the objectives of the programme.
They noted that the partnership will build on previous achievements while extending protection mechanisms to vulnerable communities and strengthening existing peace structures.
As implementation progresses, WOPPI and SAPIC are expected to work jointly to expand women’s participation in peace and security processes, improve protection systems for survivors and contribute to more sustainable peace across Plateau State.
