A coalition group has empowered grassroots women with tools to combat gender-based violence, focusing on financial empowerment and skill building.
This initiative was announced at the “16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence” in Gwagwalada on Thursday.
Lucy Abagi, CEO of the Public and Private Development Centre (PPDC), explained that financial independence enabled women to make informed decisions and live independently.
Abagi emphasised the importance of financial empowerment, urging women to develop skills in savings, budgeting, and investing to secure their future.
“The initiative also addressed gender-based violence among men, acknowledging that they are often silent victims due to cultural norms.“
Abagi called on men to speak out against abuse and seek help.
Dr Mufuliat Fijabi, Executive Director of the Sustainable Gender Action Initiative, explained that the initiative aimed to sensitise women to preventing violence.
Fijabi emphasised that women were disproportionately affected by violence and that collective action was necessary to stop gender-based violence.
Yashe was represented by Mrs Jennifer Raymond, her Personal Assistant.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the program was organised by the UN Women, Sustainable Gender Action Initiative, and the Public and Private Development Centre.
The 16 Days Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is observed annually from November 25 to December 10.
