The Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021 introduced the Host Communities Development Trust (HCDT) as a landmark reform to guarantee statutory benefits for oil and gas host communities. Each Settlor...
Press Release: 18/6/2026 Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) has launched an Independent Host Community Development Trust (I-HCDT) Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Reporting and Learning Platform aimed at strengthening transparency, accountability, and...
Location: Port Harcourt, Nigeria Employment Type: Full-time, (Contract Staff) Reports to: Admin/HR Manager Job Purpose The Legal and Compliance Advisor provides legal guidance and ensures the organisation’s full compliance...
Nigeria is undertaking significant improvements in its monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) systems for Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs), supported by the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) and implemented...
Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) is an International non-governmental organisation that helps facilitate community development from a rights-based perspective. SDN operates in the Niger Delta, helping communities affected by oil...
In 2024, we stood alongside communities, governments, civil society, and the private sector to drive real change across the Niger Delta, advancing environmental justice, inclusion, and sustainable development. Key...
RFQ Number: SDN/AI-CSA/07/001 Issuance Date: 22nd July, 2025 Deadline for Offers: Two weeks after date of issuance, by 5:00 PM Description: Supply agricultural inputs and climate-smart agricultural training...
Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) is a non-governmental, not-for-profit organisation established to support those affected by the extractives industry and weak governance in the Niger Delta. We work with communities and...
We are thrilled to share our Inclusion documentary, which highlights the key achievements of the ‘Deepening Accountability and Strengthening Inclusion’ (DASI) project. Through advocacy engagements, the WEYOU Ambassadors and...
The Reducing Digital Gender Gap in the Niger Delta project is a two years’ project initiated in 2023 being funded by the European Commission and implemented by SDN with...
SDN supports those affected by the extractives industry and weak governance. We work with communities and engage with governments, companies and other stakeholders to ensure the promotion and protection...
Background The creation of Host Community Development Trusts (HCDTs) is perhaps the most significant opportunity to drive improved development outcomes in the Niger Delta in the past two decades....
In today’s digital world, establishing a strong online presence is essential for business growth and success. However, many women-owned businesses face significant barriers due to a lack of access...
Stakeholder Democracy Network (SDN) today calls on Shell and the Federal Government of Nigeria to adhere to a responsible divestment process that will effectively address the legacy of oil...