Direct Impact
Bridging the Gap in Healthcare
We provide accessible HIV prevention, screenings, and essential health support where it matters most.
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Education First
Empowering Minds, Protecting Rights
Building resilient communities through education and advocacy for gender-diverse populations.
Mental Health Support
Individual Counseling: Personalized sessions with professional counselors to address mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and trauma. Group Therapy: Supportive group sessions that provide a safe space.
SRHR for HIV Testing and Services
Our comprehensive HIV Testing and Services (HTS) program aims to provide accurate and confidential HIV testing to individuals. We ensure immediate linkage to care for those who test positive, supporting their journey.
STI Treatment Services
Our STI treatment services provide prompt and effective care for sexually transmitted infections. We offer confidential testing, diagnosis, and treatment for a variety of STIs. Our approach ensures privacy.
Human Rights and Legal Services
Our human rights education and legal services aim to empower individuals with knowledge of their rights and provide legal support when needed. We offer workshops and advocacy to ensure individuals are aware.
Welcome to HOHSRI Nigeria
Rebuilding for a
Better Future
A sanctuary for sexual and gender minorities. We promote health, rights, and well-being through locally-driven, sustainable solutions.
1,524+
Lives Reached
Verified Impact
Advocacy Rooted
in Documentation.
Our work is built on verified research. HOHSRI provides community-led interventions specifically designed for the trans and gender-diverse community in Nigeria.
Community-Led Research
Documenting healthcare barriers for the community.
Human Rights Defense
Legal advocacy to protect community rights.
African Pride Celebration 1.0
Visibility Culture Community
"A powerful celebration of African queer identity, rooted in love and representation. From planning to performance, every voice, hand, and heart helped make history. This wasn’t just an event—it was the start of a movement."
We showed up. We stood tall. We made it happen.
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June 2025
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Lagos, Nigeria
SRHR for HIV Testing
Confidential, free HIV testing for early detection and treatment.
Human Rights & Legal
Free legal support and public awareness campaigns for rights defense.
HIV Prevention
Access to PrEP/PEP, condoms, and safer-sex resources.
STI Treatment
Private STI screenings and treatment in a safe, respectful setting.
Our Purpose
Empowering
Marginalized Communities
Our mission is to promote the health, rights, and well-being of sexual and gender minorities through comprehensive support and advocacy. We offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of our community, including mental health support, HIV testing and prevention, STI treatment, gender-based violence intervention, human rights education, legal services, and safe shelter. Join us in creating a world where every individual, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, can thrive with dignity and respect.
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Justice
Pledging
Equality
Our commitment: Ensuring equal opportunities for marginalized groups in healthcare, social, and economic justice.
Healthcare Justice
Social Equity
Testimonials
Voices of Resilience
Real stories from the individuals whose lives have been transformed by HOHSRI's sanctuary.
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When I was at my lowest, HOHSRI was there for me. After my parents found out about my sexual orientation and I was left without a home, HOHSRI provided me with shelter at their safe house. They didn't just give me a place to stay, they gave me a community, a family.
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John David
Designer
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I was wrongfully detained and thought my life was over. The HOHSRI legal team stepped in immediately. They provided pro-bono representation and didn't stop until I was free. They are not just an organization; they are defenders of human dignity.
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Anonymous
Beneficiary
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Accessing healthcare as a trans woman is usually terrifying, but at HOHSRI's clinic, I felt seen and respected. For the first time, I received judgment-free STI treatment and counseling. It’s the only place I feel safe to be myself.
K.M.
K.M.
Community Member
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The trauma of rejection weighed me down for years. HOHSRI’s mental health support group gave me the tools to heal. Sharing my story with others who truly understand has been the most liberating experience of my life.
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Sarah O.
Student
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The African Pride Celebration was a turning point for me. Seeing so many of us standing tall and proud changed how I view myself. HOHSRI is proving that we exist, we matter, and we have a future here.
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Emeka T.
Artist
Enquiry
November 22, 2024
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Dubem here. So I have always wanted to be a social worker. How do I get to become a part of HOHSRI? I’d love to work. How do I go about it?
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Therapy & Support
Empowering Diverse Identities
A dedicated psychologist providing comprehensive therapy to individuals from diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. Our goal is to foster a safe and accepting environment where everyone can express themselves freely.
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Proof, not vibes: Our Living Impact
A structured impact chain: core mission → programs → measurable outcomes.
Follow the evidence trail below.
HOHSRI Nigeria
Living Impact Core
The central system connecting community programs, prevention, and rights advocacy into a traceable impact chain.
Evidence
Health
Rights
National Council on AIDS
Sustainable HIV Solutions
Programs Manager Chidera Godfrey reimagining sustainable HIV solutions through community-informed programming.
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HIVR4P 2024 (Peru)
Injectable CAB-LA Strategy
Translating Injectable CAB-LA research insights into real-world prevention contexts.
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PrEP Enrollments
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World AIDS Day Symposium
Human Rights Advocacy
Robertson Odii reaffirming dignity-first policy, protective systems, and accountability frameworks.
Rights
Evidence Trail
Policy Outputs
Documented outcomes, protective policy notes, and public advocacy materials.
Transforming Lives,
One Number at a Time.
The measurable footprint of our advocacy, health services, and community support.
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Community Reached
Individuals engaged with prevention messages and safe sex education.
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HIV Tests Conducted
Testing services provided. 85 individuals identified positive and enrolled in care.
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PrEP Enrollments
Preventative care administered, with 39 placed on PrEP and 1 on ART.
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Linked to Care
Clients successfully linked to continuous medical support and counseling.
Driving Progress in HIV
Prevention & Treatment
Happiest Ones Health Support and Rights Initiative (HOHSRI) is transforming lives through comprehensive outreach and continuous support, deeply rooted in our community.
Comprehensive Outreach
Continuous Healthcare Support
MISSION CRITICAL
Zero Stigma • Zero Transmission
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Who We Are
Building a Future of
Inclusive Care.
HOHSRI is a Nigerian-based nonprofit dedicated to improving the health, rights, and overall well-being of sexual and gender minorities.
Lagos, NigeriaSecure Operations
(+234) 8143 257-00924/7 Helpline
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Our Core Pillars
Holistic Support Services
HIV Prevention
Testing, counseling, and prevention tools.
Safe Shelter
Secure housing support for stability.
GBV Intervention
Crisis support and advocacy for survivors.
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Fuel Our Mission
Your contribution directly funds these shelters, medical supplies, and legal aid. Help us keep our doors open.
Our Achievements
A Comprehensive Breakdown of Our Services and Achievements
1,523
Individuals Reached
Reached over 1,523 individuals with safe sex practices and prevention messages through individual and group sessions.
21,617
HIV Testing Services
Provided HIV Testing Services to 21,617 individuals; identified 1,052 positives and enrolled them into care.
2,335
PrEP and ART Services
Administered PrEP to 2,335 individuals; ensured 100% ART linkage for 1,052 positive clients.
Health Services
HIV Prevention and Treatment: We’ve reached 1,523 People with prevention messages about safe sex practices and condom use. Our HIV Testing Services (HTS) have served 1,053 individuals, identifying 300 positive cases and enrolling them in care. We've also placed 39 individuals on PrEP.
Advocacy and Community Engagement
We’ve made advocacy visits to stakeholders in Lagos to introduce our services, discuss mobilization, and outline mutual benefits. We've also held weekly online sessions on mental and sexual health, and social issues.
Committed to creating safe spaces, promoting inclusivity, and ensuring that marginalized voices are heard, protected, and uplifted.
Our Contact
(+234) 8143 257-009
pagoke@happiestonesinitiative.com
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Confidential Services
Confidential HIV Testing, Support & Empowerment
Our SRHR and HIV Testing Services (HTS) program offers free, confidential testing with immediate linkage to care and long-term support.
We provide comprehensive pre-and post-test counseling, follow-ups, and continuous health monitoring to help individuals live confidently and well. Your privacy and health are our highest priorities.
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Safe. Private. Free.
- 100% Anonymous Testing
- Professional Counselors
- Direct Linkage to Care
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Partners Advocacy
for Equality
We collaborate with leading organizations to bridge healthcare gaps and protect the rights of marginalized communities across Nigeria.
