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  • In Niger, 'Friends Of The Poor' Fights Child Marriage, Helps HIV/AIDS Patients Pursue Their Dreams

    Victor Akuma

    August 26, 2022 |

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    Response Location: Nigeria, Minna, Niger

    Friends of the Poor Foundation in Africa is a localized version of Friends of the Poor, a nonprofit in the U.S. that provides funds, food and medicine to those in need. Friends of the Poor provides HIV/AIDS support groups to help those living with HIV learn to overcome stigma and gain access to antiretroviral drugs.

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  • Plus-Size Nigerian Ladies Fight Body-Shaming, Build Self-esteem Using Pageantry

    Victor Akuma

    February 08, 2022 |

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    Response Location: Nigeria

    Miss Bold and Beautiful Nigeria Plus Size is a yearly event that brings together plus-sized women for one week, culminating in a pageant that provides a platform to celebrate larger bodies, build self-esteem, and fight body-shaming. Throughout the week the women participate in sessions on how to build self-esteem and work on their mental health and self-love. Contestants develop deep connections with each other while also competing for cash prizes in the pageant, which is broadcast nationally and on YouTube.

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