Bridging the Gaps in GBV Prevention: A Call to Action

The Annual Multi-Stakeholders Dialogue on Gender-Sensitive Legislations, hosted by FIDA Nigeria with support from Ford Foundation, uncovered critical gaps in policy implementation and enforcement in Ekiti State.

Stakeholders—including government agencies, CSOs, and traditional leaders—emphasized the need for stronger collaboration, improved judicial efficiency, and strategic advocacy to combat Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in the state. The dialogue reinforced the urgency of legislative reforms and accountability mechanisms to end impunity and ensure the effective application of legal frameworks.

Call to Action

For real impact and sustainable change, stakeholders must:
✅ Strengthen policy implementation and enforcement at state and local levels
✅ Enhance collaboration among government agencies, CSOs, and traditional/religious leaders
✅ Increase awareness and accountability mechanisms to prevent impunity
✅ Push for legislative reforms and judicial efficiency to ensure effective legal application
✅ Engage media and CSOs in strategic advocacy to influence behavior and amplify community-driven solutions

A more protective system is essential to protecting women and girls from violence in Ekiti State. The time to act is now!

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