Project Overview

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) Nigeria Education Sector, in partnership with CHAD International, is actively implementing strategic education interventions in Borno State to enhance access to safe, inclusive, and quality education. Central to this effort is the ECHO-funded Strengthening Resilience through Multi-Sectoral Response (SRMSR) project, which spans Borno, Zamfara, and Sokoto States in Northeast and Northwest Nigeria.

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The establishment of safe learning environments for both in-school and out-of-school children.

Key Achievements

Strengthening local teaching capacity through focused training on pedagogy, inclusive practices, and child protection.

Enhancing community resilience by equipping local structures with the tools and knowledge for emergency preparedness and educational continuity.

The SRMSR project is designed to support more than 6,000 school-aged girls and boys in Gwoza LGA, Borno State, by creating safe, child-friendly learning environments. In alignment with ECHO's multi-sectoral approach, the project integrates Education, Protection, WASH, Health, and Nutrition services to holistically respond to the needs of conflict-affected children and their communities. This project builds upon the successes of the recently concluded ECHO PIRCAP project, expanding the reach and depth of humanitarian programming in Gwoza. The implementation covers eight communities, namely: Gwoza Wakane, Gavisga, Ajari, Lagwa, Bayan TC, REB, Gadamayo, Hausar

Programmatic Approach

Remedial Learning Programs for in-school learners in P5 and P6

Accelerated Basic Education Program (ABEP) for Out-of-School Children (OOSC)

These interventions are facilitated by trained Learning Facilitators and Tutors, who deliver sessions aligned with national curriculum standards and ABEP frameworks. The project also emphasizes teacher professional development, child safeguarding, and community engagement through structured capacity building sessions.

Human Interest Story

Umar’s Journey: From Knitting Caps to Chasing His Dream of Becoming a Teacher

Funded by the European Union Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid

In partneship with CHAD International and the International Rescue Committee

At just 14 years old, Umar from Gwoza, Borno State, thought school was out of reach. With no money for fees or a uniform, he spent his days knitting caps to support his family.

That changed when he joined the Accelerated Basic Education Programme (ABEP), delivered by CHAD International and IRC. For the first time, Umar had books, teachers, and a safe classroom where he could learn.

In his own words:

• “This program has given me the opportunity to learn. That is why I go every day and I really enjoy the lessons.”

• “I want to be a teacher so I can help my parents.”

• “I feel safe there because there are teachers there.”

Today, Umar dreams of becoming a teacher and giving back to his community. His story is a reminder of the power of education to change lives.

Remedial Learning Programs for in-school learners in P5 and P6

Accelerated Basic Education Program (ABEP) for Out-of-School Children (OOSC)

Learners reach and Capacity building

CHAD International

Donor

Donor: European Union Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid

Partners

International Rescue Commiittee

CHAD International