Empowering Men and Boys: Seminar Targets Ending Violence Against Women in Kasuwan Magani and Kujama
A significant step towards combating violence against women and girls was taken in Kasuwan Magani, Kajuru Local Government Area, and Kujama, Chukun Local Government Area, with a seminar organized by the Empowering Women for Excellence Initiative (EWEI). Supported by the UN Trust Fund to End Violence Against Women, the event focused on equipping men and […]
Men and Boys Take Center Stage in Fight Against Gender-Based Violence Capacity Building Seminar
A seminar held at Kasuwan Magani market, organized by the Empowering Women for Excellence Initiative with support from the UN Trust Fund to End Violence Against Women, focused on engaging men and boys as allies in combating gender-based violence and discrimination. The training aimed to raise awareness about harmful gender norms, emphasizing the distinction between gender and biological roles. Participants, including Auwal Mohammed, expressed their commitment to spreading the knowledge gained, while facilitators like Rebecca Sako-John highlighted the crucial role men and boys play in dismantling societal norms that perpetuate violence. The event called for collective action to foster a safer and more equitable society for women and girls.