LOADING In northeastern Nigeria, many communities struggle under the weight of 12 years of Boko Haram insurgency. Families scarred by fighting, former members of armed groups, and victims of sexual violence must contend with deeply-personal trauma, rebuilding their lives amidst suspicion and fear. Healing is a daily battle. At Search for Common Ground, we are working to reintegrate people into society, focusing on children formerly associated with armed groups on all sides of the conflict. Through a mix of psychosocial support, job training, and mentorship, we help people to find their feet—and sometimes find hope in the process. These are their stories. Note: All details come from first-person testimonies collected in Nigeria. “Every time I sit in front of my machine, I forget everything.” “Nothing compares to my life before.” “People look up to me now; they see me as a role model.” “At the end of the day, they are just kids.” “I no longer felt like I was left behind.” GET INVOLVED DONATE