Promoting Justice, Peace, and Human Dignity
JDPC Benin is committed to promoting justice, peace, good governance, and sustainable development through advocacy, community engagement, and capacity building.
Who We Are
Justice Development and Peace Centre (JDPC) Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City, is a Faith-Based Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) that falls under the legal instrument establishing the Catholic Mission. It is governed by the Conference of Catholic Archbishops of Nigeria (CBCN) and operates under the National Coordination of the Department of Church and Society.
The Centre was established in the Archdiocese in 1991 and commenced active operation in 2001 and is guided by the common values of the Catholic Faith. It was registered with Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) 2010 Abuja with registration number (CAC/IT/NO 40003).
Justice & Human Rights
Promoting accountability, access to justice, and respect for human dignity.
Governance & Civic Education
Empowering citizens to participate meaningfully in democratic processes.
Community Development
Supporting grassroots initiatives that improve livelihoods and resilience.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
Promotion of Justice, Development and Peace in the communities of our intervention, Capacity building and empowerment for indigents in the society. Uplifting Social Justice, democratic value, human rights culture and human dignity in the society, Promoting Christ Love and Togetherness in the communities, to Promote Catholic social teachings so as to contribute to the process of social transformation and reformation, Networking and collaborating with other local, national and international development agencies, to effectively address common social concerns. Promotion of Justice, development and Peace in the communities of our intervention, capacity building and empowerment for indigents in the society, uplifting Social Justice, democratic value, human rights culture and human dignity in the society. Promoting Christ Love and Togetherness in the communities, to Promote Catholic social teachings so as to contribute to the process of social transformation and reformation, Networking and collaborating with other local, national and international development agencies, to effectively address common social concerns.
Our Partners
Projects and updates
Empowering Christian Women and Women Leaders of Culture For Prevention and Response to Gender- based Violence in Nigeria Through the Strengthening of Grassroots Organizations Project (Q1)
The project generated an evidence based understanding of gender dynamics within the target communities, as well as cultural norms influencing women’s participation in decision making. Leveraging on institutional collaboration and stakeholder commitment through high level advocacy visits, the project in review focused on enhancing the knowledge and awareness of over 300 Christian women and women leaders of culture on issues of gender-based violence, while directly impacting over 710 participants.
When Machines Learn to Hate: A Call to Reclaim Technology for Humanity
International Day for Countering Hate Speech | June 18, 2026 Today, the world pauses to observe the International Day for Countering Hate Speech, and the
JDPC Benin Engages Faith Leaders for Positive GBV Response
Justice Development and Peace Centre (JDPC) Benin, under the Women Aid Collective (WACOL) supported project titled “Empowering Christian Women and Women Leaders of Culture for
A PRESIDENCY UNDER SIEGE: THE FAILURE OF PRESIDENT TINUBU’S SECURITY STRATEGIES
Rev. Fr. Dr. Anthony Mario Ozele Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria’s security crisis has not improved; it has deepened, spread, and normalized. Despite bold
Nigeria’s Crisis of Denial: The Urgent Call for Truth, Accountability, and Justice.
By Fr. Benedict Onwugbenu Nigeria stands at a painful crossroads today. While citizens across communities continue to suffer violence, displacement, and loss of life, often
SPREADING THE LIGHT OF JUSTICE AND FAITH: CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHING COMES ALIVE AT UNIBEN
In a powerful collaboration between the Catholic Law Students Association of Nigeria (University of Benin Chapter) and the Justice Development and Peace Centre (JDPC), Benin,