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Ministry Launches Initiative To Combat Gender-based Violence

by Patience Ivie Ihejirika
7 months ago
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Gender-based Violence
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Federal Ministry of Justice in collaboration with the Anti-Sexual Violence Lead Support Initiative (ASVAL) and UN Women, has launched a community outreach initiative aimed at eradicating gender-based violence (GBV) and strengthening the role of traditional leaders in justice delivery.

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The deputy director in the ministry and head of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) Response Unit, Yewande Gbola-Awopetu, emphasised the ministry’s commitment to bring justice closer to the people as part of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.

Speaking in a programme as part of activities in the activism, Awopetu said, “We want communities around the FCT to be aware of the Ministry of Justice and the legal frameworks and services we offer to victims of GBV. This initiative is about introducing the ministry to the community and ensuring that justice is accessible.”

The first stop in the campaign was Kurudu, where the team engaged with traditional leaders to raise awareness on GBV and human rights. The outreach extended to other FCT communities including Abaji, Kwali and Garki.

Highlighting the role of traditional leaders in informal justice system, Awopetu stated, “They have the power to influence and mediate GBV cases within their communities. It’s vital to sensitise and onboard them as key stakeholders in the fight against gender-based violence.”

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Ministry officials distributed copies of the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act and the Child Rights Act of 2013, alongside UN Women-sponsored items like umbrellas, T-shirts and other materials to support community leaders in their daily work.

The executive director of ASVAL Support Initiative, Hassan Amina, underscored the importance of traditional leaders in addressing GBV.

“Traditional leaders are close to the people, making them crucial partners in eradicating gender-based violence. This collaboration aims to deepen our efforts in community engagement and justice delivery,” Amina said.


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