Youth Initiative Against Terrorism - YIAT

Youth Initiative Against Terrorism - YIAT YIAT (formerly, Youth Coalition Against Terrorism - YOCAT) is a youth-led organization working to promote a culture of peace and tolerance in Nigeria.

Interactive Positive Masculinity Session with Survivors' Male Figures.Women are often regarded as one of the most vulner...
06/08/2026

Interactive Positive Masculinity Session with Survivors' Male Figures.
Women are often regarded as one of the most vulnerable groups in many societies, particularly in Northern Nigeria. To promote a supportive and inclusive environment for survivors, the Youth Initiative Against Terrorism - YIAT with the Support of Global Survivors Fund (GSF) regularly engages male figures within women survivors' families and communities in Positive Masculinity sessions.
These interactive and productive sessions encourage men to become allies in supporting survivors, fostering respect, empathy, and shared responsibility. By strengthening the role of male family and community members, YIAT aims to enhance survivors' well-being and promote comprehensive support from both families and the wider community.

Congratulations to Dr Mohammed Goje on your swearing-in as the Secretary to the Yobe State Government (SSG). Dr. Goje ha...
06/08/2026

Congratulations to Dr Mohammed Goje on your swearing-in as the Secretary to the Yobe State Government (SSG).

Dr. Goje has been a strong supporter of YIAT over the years, and we are delighted to celebrate this well-deserved appointment. We look forward to deepening our engagement with the Yobe State Government to expand our impact in youth development, peacebuilding, and community resilience across Yobe State.

Congratulations, Dr. Goje, and we wish you every success in your new role.

Photo 1: Dr. Goje addressing participants at the Mu Gudu Tare Fellowship, 2024.

Photo 2: Dr. Goje interacting with participants during the Youth for Peace Programme, 2021.

Education can open doors at any stage of life.Through YIAT’s Adult Literacy and Numeracy Programme under the Interim Rep...
16/07/2026

Education can open doors at any stage of life.

Through YIAT’s Adult Literacy and Numeracy Programme under the Interim Reparative Measures (IRM) project implemented in partnership with the State Agency for Mass Education in Yobe and Adamawa States, conflict survivors are gaining the skills and confidence to rebuild their lives.

One participant, who was abducted as a teenager while on her way to school, believed she would never return to learning. Today, she uses her new literacy and numeracy skills to keep records for her tailoring business, write clients' names and measurements, and manage payments.

"I thought my education ended forever. This program showed me that learning can start again at any age."

Every lesson is another step towards dignity, independence, and hope.

Healing is a journey, and no survivor should have to walk it alone.Through the Interim Reparative Measures (IRM) project...
14/07/2026

Healing is a journey, and no survivor should have to walk it alone.

Through the Interim Reparative Measures (IRM) project, survivors of conflict-related sexual violence in Adamawa and Yobe States continue to receive survivor-centred, trauma-informed psychological support. Our trained caseworkers and counsellors provide individual counselling, regular follow-up, and referrals where needed, while Survivor Peer Leaders facilitate emotional check-ins and peer support within their communities.

Alongside individual care, group psychosocial activities create safe spaces where survivors can connect, share experiences, rebuild confidence, and strengthen resilience together.

Every counselling session, every conversation, and every act of accompaniment contribute to restoring dignity, promoting healing, and ensuring that survivors are not left behind.

We are incredibly proud to see Shamsiyya Ibrahim Barde, one of our Mu Gudu Tare Fellows, deliver a powerful speech at t...
29/06/2026

We are incredibly proud to see Shamsiyya Ibrahim Barde, one of our Mu Gudu Tare Fellows, deliver a powerful speech at the United Nations High-Level Conference on Counter-Terrorism.

In her remarks, Shamsiya emphasized the importance of harnessing the energy, creativity, and leadership of young people to prevent terrorism and build lasting peace. Her voice is a testament to the impact of investing in youth leadership and empowering young women to shape conversations on global peace and security.

Congratulations, Shamsiya! Your journey continues to inspire us, and we are honoured to have been part of it.

27/06/2026

We are proud to share that our Program Director and founder of LEGACI, Kaltumi AbdulAzeez, is at the United Nations Headquarters in New York as a speaker at the inaugural United Nations Peacebuilding Week, following an invitation from the UN Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA) and the Department of Peace Operations (DPO).

It is a great honor to represent the voices of local peacebuilders across the Global South on this global stage. In this clip, she speaks on partnerships, financing, and impact, sharing practical examples of what meaningful localization should look like in this era of transformation within the global aid system.

Strategy workshops are often remembered for the discussions and decisions, but some of the best moments happen in betwee...
11/06/2026

Strategy workshops are often remembered for the discussions and decisions, but some of the best moments happen in between.

After two days of reflecting on our journey and planning YIAT's future, we took some time to relax, laugh, and enjoy each other's company through a poolside sip and paint session. It was a reminder that strong teams are built not only through hard work, but also through shared experiences and genuine connections.

A few moments from a memorable evening with the YIAT family.

11/06/2026

A productive Day 2 at our Strategy Review and Planning Workshop!

We wrapped up our strategy discussions, agreed on key priorities for the years ahead, and took time to strengthen our team through a fun evening of sip and paint, laughter, and good conversations.

Today, we continued our Strategy Review and Planning Workshop with rich conversations about where YIAT is heading and ho...
10/06/2026

Today, we continued our Strategy Review and Planning Workshop with rich conversations about where YIAT is heading and how we can strengthen our impact over the next decade.

Together, we reviewed and refined our strategic pillars, reflected on our governance structure, and discussed the changing funding landscape for civil society organizations. Through a range of participatory exercises and group discussions, staff and partners shared ideas, challenged assumptions, and helped shape our collective vision for 2027–2034.

As we build on our journey, we remain committed to empowering young people, supporting victims and survivors of terrorism, and strengthening the resilience of communities across Nigeria.

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