by FIDA

BlogDecember 17, 20240 comments

FIDA Nigeria’s 16 Days of Activism: Empowering Women, Amplifying Voices, Ending GBV

In commemoration of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (November 25 – December 10, 2024) and International Human Rights Day, FIDA Nigeria led transformative initiatives that impacted lives and strengthened the fight against GBV across the nation.

FIDA Nigeria empowered 60 women across Anambra, Rivers, Ondo, Plateau, and the FCT through skill-building and livelihood programs, paving the way for financial independence. When women are economically empowered, they build resilience to challenge gender stereotypes and societal norms that subjugate their rights.

Across all our branches, we conducted campaigns, advocacy walks, and sensitization programs in communities, schools, marketplaces, and media platforms. These activities raised awareness on gender-based violence and provided opportunities to educate citizens about their rights, available support systems, and the importance of speaking out against abuse.

As part of our outreach efforts, FIDA Nigeria visited Human Rights Radio Abuja to further amplify the message of the 16 Days of Activism. Through this platform, we engaged listeners, sensitized the public on GBV issues, and emphasized the critical role of collective action in combating abuse.

During this period, FIDA Nigeria also provided free legal aid and counseling services to survivors of GBV, ensuring that justice is not just a concept but a lived reality. Our dedicated legal teams worked tirelessly to give survivors a voice and hold perpetrators accountable.

Through strengthened partnerships with community leaders, law enforcement agencies, and stakeholders, we created spaces where survivors felt seen, heard, and supported.

FIDA Nigeria’s efforts during the 16 Days of Activism further reaffirm our unwavering commitment to ending GBV and empowering women and children across Nigeria.

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