About NETJII
Our Mission
Effective coverage of indigenous issues for peace and prosperity of the Nation
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Aims and objectives
Defend and promote the rights of Indigenous Peoples in Nigeria through the media.
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To promote the rights of indigenous peoples within set National Laws and United Nations standards
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Promote the domestication of international laws and conventions on Indigenous peoples
Awareness and campaign
Embark on tree planting campaign and environmental protection among indigenous communities.
Leadership and Development
Build the capacity of indigenous peoples using the media for democracy and good governance.
Current programmes and activities
The Network is currently working with several civil society organisations working on environment, indigenous Issues, conflict prevention and peacebuilding
Activities
- The Network collaborates with indigenous communities.
- It supports the promotion of their aspirations.
- It helps effectively report their grievances in the media.
Collaborative Efforts
- The Network works with civil society organisations.
- Focus areas include environment and indigenous issues.
- They also support conflict prevention and peacebuilding.
Media Advocacy
- The Network visits media institutions.
- It also engages with media unions during these visits.
- It advocates for better media focus on indigenous issues.
What you need to know
History of the NETJII
The Network of Journalists on Indigenous Issues was created in 2020 in response to the poor character and form of media coverage of Indigenous Issues.
- Indigenous Issues are often under reported by the print, electronic and social media.
- Indigenous issues are treated lightly without the necessary dialectics in socio-economic and political discourse. Media practitioners are often unaware of the link between Indigenous Issues, food security, livelihood, peace and conflict prevention necessary for sustainable development
News and Updates