Protect those who defend human rights.
ROADDH brings together national coalitions of human rights defenders in West Africa. Its secretariat is based in Lomé, Togo.
Year the network was established
West African countries
Observer Status
Regional Secretariat, Togo
Headlines
“Standing Strong in the Face of Threats: The Resilience of Women Human Rights Defenders in the Sahel”
Against a backdrop of pressure, threats, and violence, Binta Sidibé-Gascon, president of the KISAL Observatory, shares her story as an advocate for …
Protecting Those Who Protect: CDDH-Benin Launches Its Early Warning Mechanism
Call for Applications for the Temporary Relocation Program for Human Rights Defenders at Risk
Ms. Diallo Asmaou: “Solidarity is our greatest strength”
What We Do
Three principles guide the network: protecting advocates, advocating for their rights, and building their capacity.
Protection and Support
Temporary relocation, calls for applications, and support for at-risk human rights defenders.
Advocacy
Position statements, roundtable discussions, and reports promoting an open civic space.
Publications and Reports
Annual reports, studies, and resources for advocates and their partners.
Women defenders
Profiles and regional initiatives dedicated to women human rights defenders.
16 countries, one network.
National coalitions of human rights defenders across the region, coming together to protect one another and make their voices heard.
"Solidarity is our greatest strength."
Ms. Diallo Asmaou, profile published on September 8, 2026, in the “Women Human Rights Defenders in West Africa” section.
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The West African Network of Human Rights Defenders brings together coalitions from 16 countries to protect and support those who defend human rights.
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