The platform seeks above all to connect different actors interested in societal  challenges, whether from civil society, the media, academics or individual activists, to foster information sharing and the creation of alliances. It showcases information about campaigns and mobilisations in West Africa, facilitates collaboration and dialogue between civil society, media, and academics, foster learning and information sharing on civic space developments and trends in the region.

The platform is also looking to increase joint strategic action and advocacy efforts on issues both at national and regional level and engage influential policy actors, including  Economic Community of West African States.

The decrease of safe public spaces for democratic debate is an infringement of citizens' rights and jeopardizes the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As threats to civic space persist across West Africa, it is critical for organizations throughout the region to rethink their strategies, especially by leveraging cooperation and collaboration tactics. Building strong partnerships, developing creative strategies,  learning from each other and increasing mutual trust via transparency and accountability while documenting their experiences are all approaches that can enable the development of key cross-country partnerships.