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The International Organisation for Peace Building and Social Justice UK (PSJ UK) is a United Kingdom UK-based non-governmental organisation (NGO) dedicated to promoting peace building, social justice, and sustainable development, in the UK, Nigeria and around the world.

The International Organization for Peace Building and Social Justice UK (PSJ UK)
Abbreviation PSJ UK
Formation 2019
Type Non-governmental organisation
Legal status Charitable Incorporated Organization (CIO)
Purpose Human Rights Advocacy, Peace Building & Social Justice
Headquarters London, United Kingdom
Region served United Kingdom, Worldwide
Volunteers ca 450
Official language English
Chief Executive Officer Ayo Adedoyin
Key people Dr Richard Ikiebe (Co founder), Abiola Aderibigbe ( General Counsel & Chief of Operational services ).
Staff 2-10
Website PSJ UK website

The organisation collaborates with various partners to advocate for marginalised communities and develop models for active community engagement.

Key Activities and Initiatives

Advocacy and Research

In March 2024, PSJ UK, in collaboration with IA-Foundation, unveiled a report detailing the impact of insecurity on Nigeria's education sector. [1]The launch event took place at the Jubilee Room of the House of Parliament in London and featured contributions from Fiona Bruce, a Conservative Member of Parliament. [1]

Media Engagement

PSJ UK's initiatives have been featured on Arise News, which reported on the launch of the joint report with IA-Foundation[1] This coverage helps to inform the public about the challenges facing Nigeria’s education sector and the efforts being made to address them. The report, launched at the UK Parliament with the support of Fiona Bruce MP [3], highlighted the impact of insecurity on access to education in Nigeria and called for policy interventions to protect vulnerable students.[4]

In addition to its work on education, PSJ UK has been actively involved in advocacy efforts regarding Nigeria’s broader security crisis. [1] The organization’s CEO appeared on Arise News to discuss the UK Petition: Activists Demand Action on Nigeria’s Crisis, where he addressed concerns about escalating violence, human rights violations, and the displacement of communities. The interview underscored PSJ UK’s role in mobilizing international attention and urging the UK government to take a more active stance in addressing these urgent issues .[4]

Notable Collaborations

PSJ UK collaborates with various stakeholders, including governmental bodies, other NGOs, and media outlets, to amplify its impact. The partnership with IA-Foundation exemplifies its commitment to addressing educational challenges exacerbated by insecurity in Nigeria. [5]

Aims & Objectives

PSJ UK aims to foster peace and social justice by addressing systemic issues that lead to conflict and inequality. [5]The organisation aims to empower communities through advocacy, education, and sustainable development initiatives. [6]

Public Engagements

The organisation has been involved in events at the UK Parliament, engaging with policymakers to advocate for policies that promote peace and social justice[6]. Fiona Bruce MP has acknowledged the efforts of PSJ UK and IA-Foundation [3] , emphasizing the importance of education in national development.

References

  1. PSJ UK’s initiative (Ayo Adedoyin) featured on Arise News November, 2024.
  2. IA-Foundation (January, 2019) : a UK registered educational charity.
  3. Fiona Bruce (February, 2020) : Commons Chamber - Hansard - UK Parliament: Records from the UK Parliament mentioning PSJ UK's work with MPs like Fiona Bruce
  4. Martin Plaut (June, 2020) : An article discussing a report launch at the House of Commons, featuring speeches from various MPs and highlighting issues pertinent to PSJ UK's mission. .
  5. IA-Foundation, PSJ UK Unveils Reality of Insecurity Stranglehold on Education Sector. February, 2024.
  6. ICAI ( December, 2022 ): The UK's Approaches to Peacebuilding: A Review: A comprehensive review of the UK's peacebuilding strategies, providing context for PSJ UK's initiatives