About Benin

🇧🇯 People to People International – Benin Chapter

Chapter Contact: office@ptpi.network
Chapter Name: PTPI Benin Community Chapter
Location: Cotonou, Republic of Benin

Benin, officially the Republic of Benin (French: République du Bénin), is a vibrant West African country known for its deep-rooted traditions, warm hospitality, and vital role in the cultural and historical development of the region. Situated along the Gulf of Guinea, Benin is bordered by Togo, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, and Niger. While the capital city is Porto-Novo, the country’s energetic economic and cultural hub is Cotonou—where our PTPI Benin Chapter is based.

About the Chapter

The PTPI Benin Chapter is part of PTPI’s wider Africa Region and represents a growing voice of youth leadership and community service in West Africa. The chapter is committed to advancing peace through understanding by facilitating educational outreach, cultural engagement, and humanitarian projects. Its members, many of them young professionals, educators, and students, have organized local awareness events, clean-up days, and youth dialogues on pressing social issues.

As part of our African Network, PTPI Benin shares a common goal with sister chapters: to uplift communities from within and build sustainable, people-centered initiatives.

Current and Past Initiatives

• Educational workshops focused on civic engagement and environmental awareness

• Support for under-resourced schools through book and supply drives

• Participation in regional PTPI dialogue and virtual forums

• Planning for future partnerships with other chapters across Africa and Europe

The chapter also actively promotes the values of inclusion, respect for diversity, and intergenerational learning, inviting community elders and youth to work hand in hand.

Why Benin Matters in PTPI

Benin is one of the region’s most historically significant nations. Once known as the Kingdom of Dahomey, it played a key role in West Africa’s pre-colonial, colonial, and post-independence narratives. Today, it is a democratic country with a stable political framework, a youthful population, and growing aspirations.

With a population of over 13 million (2021 est.), Benin’s strength lies in its cultural richness and community spirit. The country’s coastal towns, colorful markets, and historic sites—such as the Route of Slaves in Ouidah—are reminders of both past struggle and the hope that drives its future.

Join Us or Reach Out

The PTPI Benin Chapter is eager to collaborate with chapters across the globe—whether through project exchanges, cultural partnerships, or youth forums. If you’re planning to visit Cotonou or would like to connect with our team for a joint initiative, please reach out to the PTPI GCC at office@ptpi.network and we’ll connect you directly.