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Explore stories from the field, reflections on civic space, community action, digital rights and the people helping to build a more inclusive and accountable society.
From the field
Our blog documents the experiences, ideas and lessons that emerge from our work with communities, young people, civic actors and partners across Nigeria.
Programs
Equipping young changemakers with the knowledge, skills and networks to create meaningful change.
Are you a young changemaker passionate about civic engagement and community transformation? OKDI launched the Youth Civic Change Fellowship to equip emerging civic leaders across Africa with practical tools, skills and networks for community action.
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Read about our projects, advocacy efforts, organisational journey and the issues shaping the communities we work with.
People. Rights. Power. AI.
What happens when an automated system discriminates against certain groups? How should societies respond when artificial intelligence makes surveillance easier? What happens to elections and public trust when realistic synthetic content can be produced at scale? How do communities participate in decisions about technologies they did not design but which increasingly affect their lives?
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Advocacy
Strengthening Freedom of Assembly and Association in Nigeria — a six-month project with Life Line, from workshops to a published FoAA research paper.
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Our Story
How a 2020 mentoring hub for northeast Nigerian youth became a nonprofit working to create opportunities, strengthen communities and support civic participation.
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Digital Rights
Exploring the growing digital risks facing civil society organisations and the practical steps civic actors can take to protect their work and communities.
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Our stories reflect the issues at the heart of our work and the communities we serve.
Human Rights
Stories and insights about human rights, civic participation, freedom of association and the importance of an open civic space.
Digital
Exploring digital inclusion, online safety, digital resilience, technology and the changing nature of civic participation.
Community
Experiences from communities, young people and local actors working to create meaningful and lasting change.
Youth
Highlighting young people who are developing skills, leading initiatives and contributing to their communities.
Gender
Conversations around gender equality, inclusion, safer communities and opportunities for underserved groups.
Innovation
Examining how technology, open knowledge and emerging tools can contribute to public-interest innovation.
Our journey
Every article is part of a larger story — our journey of working with communities, civic actors and partners to turn knowledge into practical action.
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