The Centre for the Right to Health has successfully concluded the 3rd batch of its Training of Trainers (T.O.T) workshop as part of the ongoing project titled: Building Capacities of Disability and Women’s Rights Organizations and Engaging Cultural and Religious Gatekeepers to Prevent Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Against Women with Disabilities (WWD).
This four-day intensive training, held from Monday, September 16th to Thursday, September 19th, 2024, took place at the Gold Crown Hotel, Owerri, Imo State. It brought together advocates from Disability and Women’s Rights organizations who are now better equipped with essential knowledge and skills to strengthen their advocacy efforts in preventing GBV and promoting disability rights in their respective communities.
Training Highlights:
- The interactive sessions focused on addressing the intersection of disability and GBV and fostering a deeper understanding of how cultural and religious practices can influence the fight against GBV.
- Participants explored practical strategies for engaging cultural and religious leaders to be champions for preventing violence against women with disabilities.
- The training provided a platform for networking among advocates, focusing on community-based action plans to ensure a sustainable impact in the fight against GBV.
The Centre for the Right to Health is committed to fostering partnerships with local organizations and leaders to create a safe, inclusive environment for all women, especially those with disabilities. This T.O.T session is one of several ongoing efforts to build capacity and engage key stakeholders in advocating for the rights and dignity of women across Nigeria.
Project Goal: Strengthen the capacities of advocates and inform initiatives that promote disabilities and GBV prevention activities in communities across Nigeria.
Stay tuned for updates on future training sessions and our continued work in this critical area of advocacy.