Anambra Traditional Rulers Join ActionAid Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence

Traditional rulers and other stakeholders have renewed efforts to prevent gender-based violence in Anambra State. They discussed the campaign at a project closeout and learning event in Awka, organised by ActionAid Nigeria with the Anambra State Government and Community Sponsorship under the theme “Justice for Survivors.” ActionAid representatives said the project helped religious organisations, traditional rulers and other stakeholders coordinate their work to protect women and girls. Former Commissioner for Women Affairs Ify Obinabo, represented at the event, commended the inclusion of traditional rulers. The traditional rulers of Aguleri and Eziagulu-Otu Aguleri described how community awareness could help challenge harmful widowhood practices and the exploitation of female children. Project representatives also urged survivors to report abuse and called for access to justice and support services.

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