Benue State Child Protection Network

Makurdi, Benue State Nigeria

NGO / Public Service

The Benue State Child Protection Network (BnSCPN)was inaugurated on July 28 2011 by the Benue State Government, with support from UNICEF. Initial membership of BnSCPN includes 25 organisations with track record of interventions in the specialised areas of child protection as well as education, shelter, nutrition, and household economic strengthening. BnSCPN's overall goal is to prevent and respond to exploitation, abuse/violence and neglect and ensure protection of all children (boys and girls) in the 23 Local Government Areas of Benue State. The BnSCPN also contributes to the development of national level child protection advocacy and policies. Nathaniel Msen Awuapila BnSCPN Chairm