Group, UNFPA task stakeholders on prevention, justice for GBV survivor
Chabash Development and Health Initiative in collaboration with American University of Nigeria, tasked stakeholders to double effort in preventing and responding to Gender Based Violence (GBV) and improve justice for survivors.
Jamaima Msheliza, Executive Director of Chabash made the call at the advocacy engagement and media dialogue with key stakeholders to champion GBV prevention and response in Michika Local Government Area, on Friday.
Msheliza, who was represented by Joy Adamu, GBV project manager said the engagement was with support from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).
According to her, GBV is one of the most widespread, persistent and devastating human rights violations.
She added that one in three women have experienced physical, sexual or intimate -partner violence, while some are victims of trafficking and social norms such as Female Genital Mutilation.
“It is therefore imperative that we all as change makers join hands and our voices together to fight the menace of GBV in our communities.
“This should be done through raising awareness and policies on how to improve access to justice for GBV survivors,” he said.
Insp. Joseph Ayuba of Michika division, advised the participants to always report GBV case to police and other security agencies for further action.
According to him, the action will help in improving access to justice for survivors and to serve as deterrent to others.
Ayuba Audu, District Head of Vi community, appreciated the contribution of the partners and other stakeholders in the fight against GBV in the area.
He promised that as traditional leaders, they would continue to sensitise their people to understand that GBV is a crime and might lead the offenders to prison.
Mary Luka, Women leader of Vivoca community, assured participants of redoubling effort on creating awareness among women, especially during religious gathering, schools and other places for more people to be educated on GBV.
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