This newsletter outlines the second-quarter activities and initiatives of the Grassroots Researchers Association (GRA) and its partners up to June 30, 2026 (Volume 10, Issue 2), focusing on climate resilience, survivor support, and community empowerment.

Key highlights include:

• Vocational Training & Sewing Machine Distribution: On June 17, 2026, GRA awarded certificates and distributed sewing machines to 10 beneficiaries in Adamawa State under the Mukwege Foundation-funded “Survivor-Led Support for Victims of CRSV in Northeastern Nigeria” project to foster sustainable livelihoods.

• World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026: On June 4, 2026, GRA joined the Adamawa State Ministry of Water Resources and partners at Sandal Girls Secondary School, Yola, for an awareness campaign themed “Safe Period for Every Girl,” distributing dignity kits to students.

• GSF Project Closeout Workshop in Abuja: On May 11, 2026, GRA and the Global Survivors Fund held a lessons-learned workshop with PSS counselors and beneficiaries, which included the official launch of the WCCS Foundation website.

• WCCSF Network Strengthening Workshop: From May 12 to 14, 2026, a 3-day workshop supported by the Mukwege Foundation and mentored by GRA focused on governance, internal communication, and network strengthening for the Women & Children-Conflict Survivors Foundation (WCCSF).

• International Youth Day Attendance: GRA attended the International Youth Day Celebration in Yola on August 12, 2026, hosted by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri under the theme “Harnessing Youth Potential for Leadership, Innovation and Inclusive Governance”.

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