About GFDI
A grassroots organization committed to defending the rights of those most at risk in Nigerian communities.
Who We Are
Gender Frontier Development Initiatives (GFDI) is a grassroots advocacy organization committed to defending the human rights of vulnerable women and children in Nigeria. By confronting systemic abuse and harmful traditional practices head-on, we work to protect those most at risk in our communities.
Our campaigns directly challenge female genital mutilation, child labour, and human trafficking — bringing awareness, intervening in crisis situations, and promoting education as a pathway to empowerment. We believe that every child deserves a safe environment to grow, and every woman deserves the autonomy to shape her own future without fear of violence or exploitation.
Meet Our Team
The activists and partners driving GFDI's mission on the ground.
Principal Partner & Founder
Michael Olushola Ogunsakin
Michael Olushola Ogunsakin is the Principal Partner of Michael O. Ogunsakin & Co., an international law firm. He is a Rotarian and a life member of the Nigeria Society of International Law, as well as a member of the International Association of Human Right Lawyers, Red Cross, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), and the International Bar Association (IBA).
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