To tackle violence against women and girls, ActionAid Nigeria has won about 51 Gender Based Violence (GBV) cases court cases in Bauchi.
WikkiTimes gathered in a period spanning about five years, with the support from Global Affairs Canada and partnership with about 16 local women groups, ActionAid handled about 78 GBV Court cases and managed about 799 GBV cases in Bauchi.
Country Director of ActionAid Nigeria, Mr Andrew Mamedu disclosed this during a closure of Women’s Voice and Leadership Nigeria WVL-N at Event Centre Bauchi.
He said ActionAid reached about 413,008 women and girls to address GBV.
Represented by the Deputy Country Director, Suwaiba Dankabo, Mr Mamedu said through the village saving loan scheme, women groups in Bauchi saved about N297,408,254.
“Since its inception in 2019, the WVL-N project has been driven by an unwavering commitment to empower women, challenge entrenched cultural practices, and promote gender equality. Through the invaluable support of Global Affairs Canada and the collaborative efforts of over 100 Women’s Rights Organizations inclusive of 1 Network organisation, 3 Local Women’s Rights Organisations and 12 Community-Based Organisations here in Bauchi state, we have provided direct support to 517,365 women and girls across communities in 18 LGAs.
“This is a testament to the power of collaboration and the unwavering dedication of all our partners, stakeholders, and community members, within a conducive working environment provided by the state government and stakeholders.
“Together, we have made significant strides towards creating a more inclusive and equitable society, and today, we celebrate the positive change that has been achieved through our collective efforts,” he said.
