In many communities across Kano and Sokoto, conflict has long been shaped by exclusion, weak systems, and limited access to justice. This end-of-project evaluation shows what begins to change when communities are equipped to lead their own peacebuilding and justice processes.
Implemented by Global Rights with support from the United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), the project focused on strengthening inclusive peacebuilding and expanding access to justice for marginalized groups, particularly women.
What Changed
The results point to clear and measurable progress:
- Participation of women, youth, and persons with disabilities rose from 48 percent to 88.2 percent
- Access to justice more than doubled, with hundreds of marginalized individuals receiving legal support
- Community structures became active systems for resolving conflict and supporting survivors
Where the Impact Shows
Community Dialogue Committees are now trusted platforms for resolving disputes before they escalate. Gender-Based Violence Response Teams are improving how survivors are supported and referred. The Police Duty Solicitor Scheme is making legal representation more accessible, especially for those who would otherwise be left out.
Why It Matters
The project worked because it focused on people. It strengthened local systems, encouraged shared responsibility, and created space for women to participate meaningfully in decisions that affect their communities.
Early signs of change are already visible. More women are speaking up. Communities are choosing dialogue more often. Trust in justice processes is gradually improving.
What Comes Next
To sustain these gains, the report highlights the need to strengthen institutional linkages, deepen engagement with men and youth, and expand this model to other communities.
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