Benue Targets Local-Level Action in Fresh Push Against SGBV
By Deborah Adekaa, Makurdi The Benue State Government has begun a fresh effort to take the fight against sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) beyond policy discussions by strengthening coordination among institutions responsible for prevention, response and support for survivors. This followed the inauguration of a Steering Committee on SGBV in Makurdi, an initiative supported by […]
CWIDI, BNSG Move to Strengthen Healthcare Response to GBV Survivors
By Deborah Adekaa, Makurdi Concerned Women International Development Initiative (CWIDI), in partnership with the Benue State Ministry of Justice, has begun efforts to strengthen the response of healthcare providers to adolescent girls and young women who have experienced gender-based violence. The two-day training, which commenced in Makurdi on Wednesday, is designed to equip health workers […]