The SWAG Phase 2 Project, is a continued collaboration effort between the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD) and Centre for Women Studies and Intervention (CWSI), aimed at addressing the exclusion of women from politics, democratic governance, and decision-making processes in Kogi State. Building upon the successes achieved by its predecessor, SWAG Phase 1, this initiative has been dedicated to enhancing gender sensitivity and advocating for the equal participation of women at all levels of governance and decision-making within the region. The project was underpinned by a series of well-defined objectives designed to ensure a progressive impact on the political and governance landscape of Kogi State. These objectives focused on elevating women’s advocacy and participation in governance by leveraging the momentum and capacities developed during the inaugural phase of SWAG. Furthermore, the initiative sought to engage the Kogi Women Empowerment Coalition (KWEC) to establish a robust network in support of women’s involvement in politics and governance. It also aimed at enhancing the awareness and enforcement of the Kogi State Violence against Persons Prohibition Law (VAPPL) to protect the socio-political rights of women. Additionally, the project encouraged strategic collaboration and networking among women politicians to foster support and collective action towards increasing their representation and influence in governance