Safe Haven Foundation (NIGERIA)

Together Against Violence,

Together for Hope.

Our Mission

Preventing domestic violence and sexual abuse through strategic legal interventions, research-driven advocacy, and support for both survivors and offenders.

Our Services

We support domestic violence survivors through counseling, legal aid, education, and more.

Our Core Values

Get Involved

Your Donation and Support are welcome to empower domestic violence survivors.

At Safe Haven Foundation, we strive to be the bridge between the painful past and a hopeful future free from violence. Seeking help is not a sign of weakness; it’s the first step towards reclaiming one’s life and building a brighter future for yourself and your children.

Founded in 2016.

New Article Alert!

Domestic violence thrives in silence—but what if bystanders could change the narrative? Our latest piece, “The Role of Bystander Intervention in Domestic Violence Situations,” explores how timely action and community awareness can help prevent abuse and support survivors.

Read now to learn how you can be an active part of the solution

SHF One-Year Impact Report

Between January and December 2025, Safe Haven Foundation (SHF) transitioned from concept to delivery as a survivor-centered organization responding to domestic and sexual violence in Nigeria. Over the past year, SHF received 135 complaints and requests through various channels across Nigeria and internationally, including reports from FCT, Lagos, and multiple other states, as well as 4 international cases from the diaspora.

The New Tax Laws in Nigeria

The Nigerian government has introduced comprehensive tax reforms that will significantly impact how businesses operate and file taxes.

SHF POLICY BRIEF NO. 1 IS OUT!

Title: Leveraging the AU Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (CEVAWG) to Strengthen Nigeria’s Response to Gender-Based Violence

Create a safer, stronger, and more accountable workplace with SafeGuard360, Safe Haven Foundation’s comprehensive SEAH prevention and safeguarding training program. Designed for organizations committed to protecting staff, beneficiaries, and clients, this training equips leaders with practical tools to recognize risks, respond effectively, and build ethical, respectful work environments.

Our expert-led training covers essential areas in sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment prevention, including:
✔️ Understanding SEAH risks in organizational settings
✔️ Responding to disclosures with confidence and sensitivity
✔️ Strengthening safeguarding and anti-harassment policies
✔️ Using emotional intelligence to support staff wellbeing
✔️ Building an organizational culture of safety, trust, and accountability

Register Your Team Today

Investing in safeguarding is not optional; it is essential for organizational integrity, staff wellbeing, and legal compliance. Join the growing number of organizations choosing SafeGuard360 to prevent harm, strengthen accountability, and promote a culture where every person feels safe and respected.

📩 Email: info@safehaven-foundation.org
🌐 Website: www.safehaven-foundation.org
📞 Phone: 0911-022-9999

Our Services

Empowering individuals and communities to break the cycle of domestic violence, we offer counseling, legal support, education, and rehabilitation. Through research and advocacy, we foster lasting change, ensuring safety, healing, and brighter futures.

Get Involved

Join us in raising awareness, supporting and empowering survivors, and driving community action to prevent and end domestic violence. Together, we can bring justice to everyone everywhere.

Latest News & Events

SafeGuard360: Specialized Training to Prevent Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment in Organizations

Create a safer, stronger, and more accountable workplace with SafeGuard360, Safe Haven Foundation’s comprehensive SEAH

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Placing Victims at the Centre of Counter Terrorism Policy: Reflections from NCTC and the Spanish Embassy Collaboration Workshop

On the 18th of February 2026, Abuja hosted a significant policy dialogue that signals a

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Ending Gender-Based Violence in Nigeria: Professor Waziri-Azi’s Youth Advocacy Keynote at Smile Outreach Africa

As the 2025 Face of The Smile Outreach “Voices Against Violence” campaign, on November 29,

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