International Centre for Environmental Health and Development - ICEHD

19/06/2026

Pictures Highlights From Our Advocacy/Policy Review Forum our National Adocacy/Policy Review Engagement Forum on Climate Action, Gender, and Agriculture held at Grandbee Hotel Suites on the 15th of June, 2026.

17/06/2026

Policy conversations are most impactful when they move beyond awareness to action.

On June 15, 2026, the International Centre for Environmental Health and Development (ICEHD) convened a National Policy Engagement Forum on Gender, Agriculture and Climate Action in Lagos under the Grassroots-Driven Climate Action by Rural Women Farmers in Nigeria Project.

The forum brought together 43 stakeholders, including representatives from the Lagos State Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA), Lagos State Agricultural Development Authority, civil society organizations, NGOs and climate advocates, to examine policies shaping gender equality, agriculture, and climate action in Nigeria.

Participants were presented with the launch of ICEHD's book, Seeds of Resilience: Indigenous Climate Adaptation Practices of Rural Women Farmers in Nigeria. The book captures impact stories from project beneficiaries, indigenous climate adaptation practices employed by rural women farmers, findings from comparative gender analysis of women and men farmers, and lessons from policy dialogues and stakeholder engagements conducted throughout the implementation of the Project: Grassroots-Driven Climate Action by Rural Women Farmers in Nigeria.

The session featured an insightful presentation by a consultant who explored existing national and Lagos State policies, identifying implementation gaps, opportunities, and strategies for strengthening inclusive climate governance.

A major highlight of the forum was the interactive group session, where participants were divided into syndicate groups to critically review the national policies and the Lagos State Climate Policy and Lagos State Women Empowerment Policy, identify challenges, and propose practical solutions and recommendations. The discussions sparked fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and a shared commitment to advancing policies that better serve communities and promote sustainable development.

The forum also featured a capacity-strengthening session facilitated by Mrs. Oloruntosin Taiwo of ICEHD, who shared practical insights on how stakeholders can leverage existing policies for advocacy, community development, and informed decision-making. The session emphasized using lessons from current policies to influence stronger and more responsive policies in the future.

The engagement concluded with a plenary session, stakeholder responses, and a communique reaffirming a shared commitment to advancing gender-responsive climate action and sustainable development.

When diverse voices come together to review policies, they don't just discuss change, they help design it.

12/06/2026

Happy Democracy Day, Nigeria

Today, we celebrate the strength of democracy and the collective power of citizens to shape a more just, inclusive, and sustainable future.

At the International Centre for Environmental Health and Development (ICEHD), we recognize that meaningful development thrives where participation, accountability, equity, and human rights are upheld.

As we commemorate Democracy Day, may we continue to champion active citizenship, environmental justice, good governance, and opportunities that leave no one behind.

Happy Democracy Day, Nigeria. Together, we can build a nation that works for all.

08/06/2026

You don't have to live by the ocean to be connected to it.
Every breath you take, every meal that comes from the sea, every weather forecast you check, and every cool breeze you enjoy tells the same story.

This World Oceans Day 2026, we're challenged to reimagine beyond the world we know and build a new relationship with the ocean; one rooted in understanding, respect, and action.

A new relationship with the ocean begins when we recognize that our actions on land affect life below water.

Swipe through to discover simple ways you can build a better relationship with the ocean and help protect the future we all share.

08/06/2026

The ocean is more than just a beautiful beach or a vacation destination.

It helps regulate our climate, supports livelihoods, provides food, and even contributes to the air we breathe. Yet, many of us go through our daily lives without realizing just how connected we are to it.

This year's World Oceans Day theme, "Reimagine: Beyond the World We Know, A New Relationship With the Ocean," invites us to see the ocean differently not as something distant, but as a vital part of our lives and our future.

So let your action towards the ocean be what you aim to achieve from it.

Happy World Oceans Day 2026

05/06/2026

Happy World Environment Day 2026!

A day marked by the Remarkable and quiet efforts of NATURE, One of the strongest allies against Climate change For Our future.

The planet is sending clear signals in rising temperatures, extreme weather events, melting glaciers, and disappearing ecosystems. The question is no longer whether climate change is happening, but how quickly and boldly we choose to respond.

This year's World Environment Day theme, "INSPIRED BY NATURE; FOR CLIMATE, FOR OUR FUTURE", reminds us that every action matters. From embracing renewable energy and reducing waste to protecting forests and making sustainable choices, we all have a role in shaping a healthier future.

Climate action is more than cutting emissions; it is about reimagining how we live, work, travel, and consume. It is about building resilient communities, protecting biodiversity, and ensuring that future generations inherit a planet that can thrive.

Today, let's move beyond awareness and commit to action. Because the Nature has done its part and now is the time to answer.

Act today. Protect tomorrow. The future is not something we wait for; it's something we create.

05/06/2026

05/06/2026

The Earth and Nature gives us everything we need and it’s time we give back. Every small action matters: plant a tree, reduce waste, save water, and protect our planet for future generations. Together, we can create a greener, cleaner, and healthier world.

HAPPY WORLD ENVIRONMENTAL DAY 2026!

ProtectOurPlanet

05/06/2026

Happy World Environment Day 2026!
A day marked by the Remarkable and quiet efforts of NATURE, One of the strongest allies against Climate change For Our future.
The planet is sending clear signals in rising temperatures, extreme weather events, melting glaciers, and disappearing ecosystems. The question is no longer whether climate change is happening, but how quickly and boldly we choose to respond.
This year’s World Environment Day theme, “INSPIRED BY NATURE; FOR CLIMATE, FOR OUR FUTURE”, reminds us that every action matters. From embracing renewable energy and reducing waste to protecting forests and making sustainable choices, we all have a role in shaping a healthier future.
Climate action is more than cutting emissions; it is about reimagining how we live, work, travel, and consume. It is about building resilient communities, protecting biodiversity, and ensuring that future generations inherit a planet that can thrive.
Today, let’s move beyond awareness and commit to action.

Because the Nature has done its part and now is the time to answer. Act today, Protect Tomorrow, The future is not something we wait for; It’s something we create # worldenvironmentday2026