By Ahmed Ahmed
The Association for Orphans and Vulnerable Children in Nigeria (AONN), in collaboration with the Nigeria Women Trust Fund (NWTF), has trained women and youth on effective strategies to combat Gender Based Violence (GBV) in Bauchi State.
Our Correspondent reports that the training is titled “Strengthening Response to Gender-Based Violence in Bauchi State.” aims to engage participants from Bauchi and Dass Local Government Areas.
Mrs Elizabeth Rike, State Coordinator, AONN Bauchi, said during the training on Wednesday in Bauchi, said is a a bid to strengthen response to Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in the state,
She said the training was aimed to equip the 35 participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to identify, prevent, and respond to GBV cases in their communities.
Rike explained that the participants,drawn from Bauchi and Dass local government areas, were trained on topics such as GBV concepts, causes, and consequences, as well as legal frameworks and support services available to survivors.
According to the Coordinator,the training is part of the organization’s efforts to build a network of community-based responders who can provide support and services to GBV survivors.
“The training is designed to empower women and youth to take action against GBV and promote gender equality in their communities,” She said.
On her part, Mrs Mujidat Agbabtaka, Communication Officer of the Nigeria Women Trust Fund (NWTF), has urged the participants of the GBV capacity-building training to take the advocacy to the nooks and crannies of their communities.
She emphasised the importance of grassroots engagement in the fight against GBV, urging the participants to use their newfound knowledge and skills to educate and sensitize community members, particularly women and girls, on GBV prevention and response.
“We must take this advocacy to the grassroots, where it matters most. We must reach out to those who need it most – the women and girls in our communities who are suffering in silence.” She urges.
A participant, Miss Hauwa Adamu, expressed gratitude for the opportunity, promising to utilize the knowledge and skills acquired to make a positive impact in their communities.
“The training is expected to contribute to reducing the prevalence of GBV in the state and promoting a culture of respect and equality for all,” She said.