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Prevention of Gender-Based Violence against women with disability

Premiere of Documentary: Breaking the Silence

"Relive the Powerful Premiere of 'Breaking the Silence' – A Night of Advocacy for Women with Disability Facing Gender-Based Violence in Imo State" Experience the moving moments, inspiring speeches, and passionate calls to action from the virtual premiere of "Breaking the Silence." This documentary, now available for viewing, exposes violence against women with disability in Imo state and amplifies the voices of those fighting for change. Witness the energy and commitment of a global community dedicated to ensuring safety for all. The "Breaking the Silence" premiere was more than a film screening – it was a catalyst for meaningful dialogue. Watch as health advocates, policymakers, and community members from Imo state come together to discuss the urgent need for the prevention of Gender-based violence against women with disability. This video captures the insightful discussions, shared experiences, and collective determination to achieve justice. This video offers a glimpse into the stories, insights, and calls to action that ignited a movement for change.

 

Documentary: Breaking the Silence

The silence is broken. "Breaking the Silence: Untold Stories of Gender-Based Violence Against Women with Disabilities in Imo State" is now available to watch in full. This groundbreaking documentary takes you on an emotional journey through the lives of resilient women who have faced unimaginable challenges. Their stories are raw, inspiring, and a call to action.

 

Capacity Building of Disability & Women's rights organizations and Engaging Cultural and Religious Gatekeepers to Prevent Gender Based Violence (GBV) Against Women with Disabilities (WWD)

Empowering Voices, Building Resilience: Addressing Gender-Based Violence Against Women with Disabilities in Imo State

The Centre for the Right to Health (CRH) is proud to announce the successful completion of its groundbreaking project: "Building the Capacities of Disability & Women's Rights Organizations and Engaging Cultural and Religious Gatekeepers to Prevent Gender Based Violence (GBV) Against Women with Disabilities (WWD)."

Project Objective:

This comprehensive initiative aimed to tackle the alarming rates of gender-based violence (GBV) against women with disabilities (WWD) in Imo State, Nigeria. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by WWD and the pivotal role of community leaders in shaping attitudes and behaviors, CRH developed a multi-faceted approach to prevention, response, and advocacy.

Key Achievements:

  1. Capacity Building: Through training workshops, CRhH empowered disability and women's rights organizations with the knowledge and tools to effectively address GBV in their communities. The training modules covered a wide range of topics, including:

    • Understanding the intersectionality of disability and gender
    • Developing effective advocacy and awareness strategies
    • Implementing prevention and response measures tailored to the needs of WWD
    • Ensuring accessible and inclusive support services for survivors

  2. Engaging Gatekeepers: CRH actively engaged cultural and religious leaders in Imo State, recognizing their immense influence within the community. By fostering open dialogue and providing education on disability rights and GBV, the project aimed to shift attitudes and dismantle harmful stereotypes that contribute to violence against WWD.

  3. Documentary Premiere: The project culminated in the premiere of the documentary "Breaking the Silence," which powerfully captures the lived experiences of WWD in Imo State who have survived GBV. This film has not only raised awareness but has also sparked crucial conversations and catalyzed action for change.

Impact:

While the full impact of this project will unfold over time, the initial results are promising. Participants in the training workshops reported increased knowledge, confidence, and commitment to addressing GBV against WWD. The engagement of cultural and religious leaders has begun to create a ripple effect within communities, challenging harmful norms and promoting inclusivity.

The Centre for the Right to Health remains dedicated to building on this momentum and continuing its advocacy for the rights and well-being of women with disabilities. We firmly believe that by empowering individuals, engaging communities, and advocating for systemic change, we can create a society where all women are safe, respected, and free from violence.

 

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 ** These posters are licensed to the public subject to the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International license **

 ** These posters are licensed to the public subject to the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International license **

 

 

 

  ** These posters are licensed to the public subject to the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International license **

 ** These posters are licensed to the public subject to the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International license **

 

 

Empowering Women with Disabilities: CRH Sensitizes Umudogu Ogbaku Community at 2024 August Meeting

At the heart of Umudogu Ogbaku’s 2024 August meeting, the Center for Right to Health (CRH) brought a vital message to the women of the community—advocating for the prevention of gender-based violence against women and girls with disabilities.

Persons with disabilities, especially women and girls, face a heightened risk of abuse due to the double discrimination they endure based on both gender and disability. This vulnerability is recognized by the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which highlights the increased likelihood of violence, injury, and exploitation that women and girls with disabilities encounter both inside and outside their homes.

The August meeting is a deeply rooted cultural tradition among Igbo women in Nigeria, taking place annually in August. This gathering is a powerful platform where women from various communities converge to discuss pressing issues, share experiences, and tackle concerns affecting their families, communities, and society as a whole. Beyond discussions, it is a time for socializing, networking, dispute resolution, and planning community development projects, fostering a sense of unity, empowerment, and social cohesion.

CRH, in collaboration with the Association of Disabled Women, used this significant event to extend its advocacy efforts, urging the women of Umudogu Ogbaku to support their children with disabilities. The emphasis was on providing these children with quality education and the necessary resources to reach their full potential, reinforcing the idea that disability should never define a person's capabilities. The women were encouraged to see beyond the disability and focus on nurturing the talents and aspirations of their children, fostering a future where these individuals can excel and achieve great heights.

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Maternal Newborn Child And Adolescent Health (MNCAH)


 

  • Trained traditional birth attendants (TBAs), Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) and Midwives on reproductive health and safe motherhood and to act as CORPs to promote 16 KHHPs to reduce maternal, newborn and child morbidity and mortality.

 

  • Communityeducation campaigns and awareness on sexual and reproductive health issues such as nutrition, breastfeeding, family planning, gender issues and male involvement

 

  • Facilitated perinatal support groups to engage and support young mothers and their families

 

  • Strengthening antenatal clinics in the selected communities through health education, counseling, routine laboratory screening including HIV testing and treatment for common infections including malaria and STI

 

 

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Community Health Education And Services Via “Health On Wheels”

PROGRAMMES

  • Mobile primary health care services and health education in rural areas and city outskirts.
  • Services include community health education and promotion
    • Screening, treatment and referral for diseases like:Malaria, Typhoid, HIV/AIDS, STIs, Viral hepatitis, -Respiratory tract infections, Diabetes, Hypertension, Tuberculosis, Family planning services

 

ACHIEVEMENTS

Over 2.5million people in 30 communities in the FCT, Lagos and Imo States have been reached since 2008.

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HIV/AIDS/STI Prevention And Impact Mitigation

 

  • HIV prevention interventions- outreach, peer education, HIV counseling, testing and referrals for youth, women, men, sex workers, men who have sex with men, injection drug users, uniform personnel, road transport workers among others.
  • Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV through education, HIV testing of pregnant women and accompanied referral of HIV positive ones to facilitate treatment and specialized care.
  • Treatment, care and support for HIV/AIDS and opportunistic infections, including home based care.
  • Syndromic management of STIs
  • Facilitated formation of CBOs and support groups of affected communities and built their capacity for governance, peer education, treatment adherence, self management and economic empowerment
  • Developed and disseminated variety of information, education, communication (IEC) materials
  • Collaborated with gospel communication international to produce ’Starting Over’ – a movie about Christian response to HIV/AIDS

 

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Drug Dependency And Addiction Prevention, Treatment And Support

  • Community outreach and education on substance abuse prevention and care
  • Community based counselling, treatment and support services for people who use drugs and their families
  • Prevention education, screening and referral for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, and TB among people who use drugs

First NGO to commence a drug treatment centre in

  1. Health Systems Strengthening
  2. Human Rights, Especially Sexual And Reproductive Health And Rights
  3. Economic Empowerment

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Contact Us

Tel: 234 1 7743816, 234 8 0 9300 6708,

E-mail: info@crhnigeria.org

Abuja: A1 Aknaton Homes, Plot 822 Durumi District, Dunamis Church and Garki 1 Police Station, Garki Area 1, Abuja.

Lagos:37, Coker Road, Ilupeju, Lagos, Nigeria.

 

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