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Empowering West Africa Through Unity

Join us in reshaping regional integration and governance for a brighter future.

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ECOWAS Plus emerges as a proactive platform to address the shortcomings of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and to advocate for a renewed Pan-African agenda focused on the interests of West African nations and their people. ECOWAS Plus is committed to revitalising ECOWAS as a dynamic and effective regional organisation that serves the best interests of West African nations and their people. By advocating for reforms and fostering cooperation, ECOWAS Plus aims to create a resilient and prosperous West Africa, driven by unity, self-determination, and Pan-African solidarity.

ECOWAS Plus

Welcome to ECOWAS Plus, the people-led platform reshaping regional integration, governance, and cooperation in West Africa. We advocate for a renewed and independent ECOWAS that serves the real interests of its member states and citizens, free from neocolonial influence and external control.

Subsections:

  • About ECOWAS Plus

  • Latest News

  • Countries in Focus

  • Our Core Principles

  • Voices from the Region

  • Join the Movement

Revitalising West Africa Together

Advocating for a prosperous and united West Africa through cooperation and reform.

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Empowering West African Nations

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Our Objectives and Strategies

Strategies:

  1. Policy Advocacy: Influence ECOWAS policies through research-based advocacy, proposing reforms that align with the aspirations of member states and their citizens.

  2. Public Engagement: Engage with stakeholders, including governments, civil society, academia, and the private sector, to build consensus and mobilise support for ECOWAS reforms.

  3. Capacity Building: Enhance institutional capacities within ECOWAS and member states to implement and monitor effective policies and programmes.

  4. Regional Cooperation: Foster partnerships with other regional bodies, international organisations, and global stakeholders to amplify ECOWAS's voice and influence.

  5. Digital Transformation: Utilise digital technologies to enhance communication, transparency, and citizen engagement across ECOWAS member states.

Empowerment and Sovereignty
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Promote policies that enhance the sovereignty and autonomy of ECOWAS member states, reducing external influence and fostering self-reliance.

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lion and lioness lying on green grass during daytime
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Effective Governance

Advocate for transparent and accountable governance within ECOWAS, ensuring decisions reflect the collective interests and aspirations of member states.

Facilitate deeper economic integration among member states, promoting intra-regional trade, investment, and industrial cooperation.

Economic Integration
Cultural and Social Unity
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selective focus photography of brown djembe instrument

Strengthen cultural and social ties among ECOWAS nations, celebrating diversity while fostering a shared identity and mutual respect.

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brown and gray stone wall
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Security and Stability

Enhance regional security cooperation to tackle common challenges such as terrorism, organised crime, and humanitarian crises effectively.

Promote sustainable development practices and environmental stewardship across the region, addressing climate change and natural resource management.

Environmental Sustainability

Empowering West Africa's Future Together

Join us in revitalizing ECOWAS for a prosperous West Africa focused on unity and progress.

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About ECOWAS Plus

ECOWAS Plus is a people-led platform advocating for regional integration and governance in West Africa, free from neocolonial influence and external control.

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Our Mission

We aim to reshape ECOWAS to serve the interests of member states and citizens, promoting cooperation and unity across West Africa.

Empowering West African Unity

Revitalizing ECOWAS for a prosperous future.

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Empowering West Africa

Revitalizing ECOWAS for regional solidarity and prosperity, advocating for necessary reforms and cooperation.

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Advocacy for Reforms

Fostering cooperation and driving positive changes within the ECOWAS framework for growth.

Resilient Economic Network

Building strong economic ties among West African nations to achieve self-determination and prosperity.

Pan-African Solidarity

Uniting West African nations to promote a sustained and collaborative pan-African agenda.

Empowering West Africa

Revitalising ECOWAS for unity and prosperity in West Africa.

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Advocacy Initiatives

Our advocacy initiatives focus on reforms that enhance cooperation among West African nations, fostering a resilient and united region that prioritizes the interests of its people and promotes pan-African solidarity.

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Community Projects

We implement community projects aimed at strengthening local economies, enhancing self-determination, and promoting sustainable development across West Africa, ensuring that the voices of the people are heard and valued.

Ecowas Plus is a transformative platform that truly represents the voices of West Africans, advocating for genuine regional integration and empowerment without external influences.

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We welcome your inquiries and thoughts. Connect with us to learn more about ECOWAS Plus and how you can get involved.

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