TMS Initiative

17/08/2026

Nigeria makes up roughly 2.5% of the world’s population, but accounts for nearly 28.5% of global maternal deaths. Behind that number: low contraceptive access, restrictive abortion law, and a national family planning budget that was just cut by 97%.

This isn’t inevitable, it’s the direct result of policy and funding decisions. And decisions can change.

12/08/2026

Youth is not just an age, it is a voice, a perspective, and the courage to imagine something better.

This International Youth Day, we’re celebrating the young people who refuse to simply inherit the world as it is. The ones asking difficult questions, challenging systems, standing up for their communities, and turning their passion into meaningful change.

To every young person finding their voice, building something, speaking up, and making a difference in their own way: keep rising. Keep creating. Keep changing the world.

Happy International Youth Day from all of us at TMSI!

07/08/2026

We’re entering an exciting new chapter, and we want you to be part of it.

The Momentum Support Initiative (TMSI) is inviting experienced, values-driven professionals to join our Board of Directors. If you’re passionate about strengthening governance, advancing human rights, and supporting community-led change, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply via the ToR link in our bio, or scan the QR code on the flyer.

Deadline: 31 August 2026.

THE MOMENTUM SUPPORT INITIATIVE 2A, Oluwo Street, Meiran, Lagos. +2348029225587 [email protected] TERMS OF REFERENCE CALL FOR VOLUNTEER BOARD MEMBERS Board members – Organizational Governance and Feminist Leadership The Momentum Support Initiative (TMSI) invites feminist, gender-diverse...

06/08/2026

We’re entering a new chapter, and we’re looking for visionary leaders to join us.

The Momentum Support Initiative (TMSI) is inviting applications for new members of our Board of Directors.

As we strengthen our governance and position the organisation for greater impact, we’re seeking experienced, values-driven leaders who are passionate about advancing s*xual and reproductive health and rights, human rights, community leadership, and equitable access to healthcare.

If you have expertise in governance, law, finance, partnerships, fundraising, organisational leadership, movement building, or strategic oversight, this is your opportunity to contribute your knowledge to an organisation committed to creating lasting social change.

Together, we can continue strengthening the systems, partnerships, and accountability that enable communities to thrive.

Applications are now open.
Deadline: 31 August 2026
Apply through the link in our bio.

help us reach the right people by sharing this opportunity with your network.

03/08/2026

Have a question about the STOP Guidelines, disability, gender-based violence, or HIV that you’ve never had a straight answer to? Ask us, comment or DM, whatever’s more comfortable.

01/08/2026

our voice, our evidence, our impact.

we’re proud to share another milestone from aids 2026 as tmsi monitoring and evaluation officer, tosin opatola, delivered an oral presentation on our work:

“turning visibility into protection: implementation lessons in coordinated media advocacy programme advancing hiv and srhr rights for lgbtiq+ key populations in nigeria.”

the presentation highlighted how strategic media advocacy can do more than raise awareness, it can influence public conversations, strengthen community engagement, challenge stigma, and support access to rights-based hiv and srhr information for key populations, even in challenging environments.

at the momentum support initiative (tms), we believe that evidence, community voices, and partnerships are essential to creating lasting change. sharing our work on a global stage reinforces our commitment to advancing inclusive healthcare, human rights, and dignity for every person.

we congratulate tosin opatola for representing tms with excellence and contributing to global conversations on hiv, srhr, and coordinated media advocacy.

together, we continue to transform visibility into protection.

29/07/2026

We’re proud to share that The Momentum Support Initiative (TMS) presented a research poster at the 25th International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2026).

Our poster, “Borderline Access: Assessing the Quality of Differentiated, Client-Centered HIV Service Delivery for Gay, Bis*xual, Trans, and Q***r S*x Workers Living with HIV in Lagos, Nigeria,” highlights the realities of accessing HIV services among key populations in Lagos.

The findings underscore the continued impact of stigma, discrimination, confidentiality concerns, and limited gender-sensitive care, reinforcing the need for inclusive, person-centred, and rights-based HIV service delivery.

Presenting this work on a global stage reflects our commitment to community-led research that informs policy, strengthens health systems, and advances equitable access to healthcare for all.

*xworkers

29/07/2026

Nearly 42% of surveyed adolescents in rural Southwest Nigeria still believe a r**e survivor bears some responsibility for what happened to her, because of what she wore, where she was, or how she behaved.

That belief doesn’t stay in childhood. It grows into a culture where survivors are doubted before perpetrators are questioned.

**eculture

27/07/2026

WHEN WE LISTEN is on air!

Every child deserves to be heard, believed, and protected.

Join us this week as “When We Listen”, our community radio drama, airs across Kwara and Ogun States. Through powerful storytelling, we’re raising awareness about safe disclosure and the importance of protecting out-of-school children from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

Tune in to your preferred station at the scheduled times and be part of the conversation that inspires safer communities and encourages every child to speak up without fear.

Together, when we listen, we create a safer future for every child.

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