Our Vision
A Society With Enhanced Quality Of Life For Women And Children.
Our Mission
Facilitate Access To Justice, Equity And Economic Empowerment For Indigent Women, And Vulnerable Children Through Advocacy And Partnership With Relevant MDAs, And Non-State Actors.
Our Core Values
- Best Interest Of The Child
- Equity & Justice
- Good Governance
- Non-Discrimination
- Promoting Secularism
Impact by the Numbers.
Rescue
We rescue abused children and provide a measure of safety to them. This critical first step is often necessary to keep the children alive.
Advocacy
Engaging appropriate levels of government for the inclusion of specific needs of children in government policy.
Legal Counseling
Legal counseling for children on their fundamental rights and avenues to redress when these rights violated.
Training
Disadvantaged teenagers and women acquire skills that give them economic alternatives, reducing inequality and raising productivity.
Legal Representation
Properly documenting cases of child abuse and filing suits at the appropriate courts at no costs to the victims.
Peer Networks
Formation of peer education groups in primary and post-primary institutions to propagate the ideals of human rights.
Latest from our Child Rights Blog
Two Individuals Convicted and Sentenced for Rape
Two individuals have been convicted and sentenced for separate incidents of rape in Cross River State. These cases shed light on the pervasive issue of Rape and the urgent need for stronger measures to combat such crimes. On Tuesday, January…
Read More“IT’S ALL IN MY HEAD”: AN IMPACTFUL EXHIBITION BY ETINOSA YVONNE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH BRCI
You are cordially invited to a multi-layered exhibition showcasing the impactful research titled “Its All in My Head” by Etinosa Yvonne, in collaboration with Basic Rights Counsel Initiative! This thought-provoking work delves deep into the often-overlooked consequences of witchcraft accusations…
Read MoreINTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE GIRL CHILD, 2023
Today, is a day to celebrate the incredible potential of every girl around the world: It’s International Day of the Girl Child! This year, we proudly stand together under the empowering theme: “Invest in Girls’ Rights: Our Leadership, Our Well-Being.”…
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About Us
BRCI is a non-profit organization in Nigeria working in the trenches since 2011 to promote and protect the fundamental rights of children and indigent women.
Our strategy relies on practically deploying out standard case management tools using existing laws and policies and promoting necessary reforms.
Contact BRCI
45A Emmanuel Edem Crescent, Phase II, Federal Housing Estate, Old Odukpani Road, Calabar, Cross River State.