In every three girls, one faces violence, Group says, expresses dismay

A group under the auspices of the Africa Media Development Foundation (AMDF) has expressed dismay over the rising cases of Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), saying 1 in every 3 women in their lifetime are affected.

The Executive Director of the group, Iliya Kure, stated this in a statement made available to reporters.

According to him, it is a grave human rights violation and a public health problem, affecting not only women’s physical and mental health but also their lives and self-esteem.

• Kano Hisbah warns under-aged girls to shun immoral acts
• Kebbi governor’s wife urges parents to motivate girls to study science
• Woman gives birth to 9 babies, 5 girls, 4 boys

He therefore said (AMDF) is introducing its Newest Project: Advocating For The Prevention Of Gender-Based Violence In 12 Communities Of Kaduna State.

“To this end, Africa Media Development Foundation (AMDF), with support from Rising, a project of Public Health Institute (Johns Hopkins University USA), has commenced the implementation of a VAWG Project titled, “Advocating for the Prevention of Gender-Based Violence in 12 Communities of Kaduna State.”

“The project aims to curb incidences of gender-based violence in identified communities in 2 Local Government Areas of Kaduna state, namely, Kaduna North and Kajuru.

“During the 12-month implementation period, AMDF will use Community Based Action Volunteers COMBATV) in project communities to serve as a rural response strategy/team to reduce incidences of Violence Against Women and Girls.

“The COMBAV Team is made up of Volunteers responsible for promoting gender equity within their communities; they will work as community-based action teams to challenge harmful practices and attitudes, sensitise residents on existing laws, as well as assist with referrals to relevant social services (Police, Social Welfare, Health, Commission on Human Rights, Traditional and Religious leaders), among others.

“COMBAV Team members will be trained on VAWG, Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Law, Conflict Resolution, as well as Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) Policy of Kaduna State.” the statement reads.