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LGA Education Facilitators Job Opening Job Opening Open Now
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Call for Applications: LGA Education & Community Engagement Facilitators!

RAHAMA is recruiting LGA Education and Protection Facilitators for the Girls' Education and Protection Program (GEPP) across selected LGAs in Kano State. This position plays a key role in supporting adolescent girls (ages 10–19) to enroll, stay, and thrive in school.

  • LGAs: Ajingi, Bebeji, Bagwai, Dawakin Tofa, Madobi, Makoda, Kunchi, Sumaila, Shanono, Warawa
  • Duration: 6 Months
  • Program: Girls' Education and Protection Project (GEPP)
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Leading the Change: When Tradition Meets the Future of Kano’s Girls Blog Post Feb 16th 2026

Leading the Change: When Tradition Meets the Future of Kano’s Girls

In the heart of Kano State, a transformative shift is taking place. At the Tahir Guest Palace on February 10th, 2026, the atmosphere was charged with a rare blend of ancient tradition and modern urgency. This wasn't just another meeting; it was the moment the Girls Education and Protection Project (GEPP) of the Girls Opportunity Alliance, a program of Obama Foundation brought together the very custodians of our community norms, our traditional and religious leaders, to redefine the future for adolescent girls.

  • 38 Participants Attended
  • 19 Traditional and Religious Leaders signed the commitment scroll
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Together We Took Charge of Our Health Blog Post Sept 21, 2025

Together, We Took Charge of Our Health

There are moments when a community comes together and something truly powerful happens. Our recent health fair was one of those moments—a day filled with courage, awareness, and connection. Because of this collective effort, lives were touched in meaningful ways.

  • 51 people now know their HIV status
  • 101 received genotype results
  • 95 discovered their blood group
  • 71 screened for tuberculosis
  • 23 local vendors showcased businesses
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Hauwa's Story of Strength Blog Post Aug 29, 2025

Disability ≠ Inability: Hauwa's Story of Strength and Faith

At RAHAMA, we celebrate voices that inspire change, resilience, and hope. Meet Hauwa Uwaisu Abdulhameed (Jiddah's Delicacy), a remarkable woman living with a disability who continues to break barriers and redefine what it means to be capable.

  • NCE qualification in English and Geography
  • Educator at Islamiyya school
  • Small business owner
  • Living independently with dignity
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RAHAMA Health Fair Kano 2024 Event Sept 20, 2024

Community Health Fair - Kano 2024 🎉

A successful FREE community health fair with screenings, tests, and fun activities! Over 300 community members accessed essential health services and enjoyed prizes, entertainment, and more.

  • Sickle Cell Screening
  • HIV & TB Testing
  • Family Planning & Nutrition
  • 23 Local vendors participated
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RAHAMA Back to School Campaign Campaign September 2025

It's Back-to-School Time, Kano! 📚

School is back, and so is your chance to shine! Join us for our Back-to-School Campaign as we support adolescent girls with everything they need to succeed this school year. We're breaking barriers so no girl is left behind in education. 💪💖

  • School supplies & learning kits
  • Mentorship and life skills sessions
  • Scholarships and empowerment opportunities
  • Community support for girls' education
Support This Campaign
TB Community Learning Forum Blog Post July 17, 2025

Inside the TB Community Learning Forum

Stories, Struggles, and a Shared Hope for Ending Tuberculosis in Nigeria. A powerful convergence of voices bringing together health professionals, civil society, traditional leaders, patients, and government officials.

  • Joint commitment to end TB
  • Personal testimonies from survivors
  • Partnership between government & CSOs
  • Policy discussions and action plans
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Referral Support Officer Job Vacancy Job Opening Deadline: Sept 30
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We're Hiring: Referral Support Officer!

Are you passionate about helping people, handling calls, and managing feedback? Join our team as a Referral Support Officer and play a key role in connecting people to the support they need.

  • Answer and manage incoming calls professionally
  • Record, manage, and refer complaints
  • Support referral pathways for clients
  • Documentation and admin tasks
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RAHAMA Documentary Documentary

TPT in Kano

After a successful implementation of building community demand as well as assess acceptability for a 1HP-based TPT regimen, we are pleased to share with our journey through out the year with you.

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