The way FGM is carried out can lead to complications, with 96 percent of cutting being performed by traditional practitioners using basic blades and no anesthetic. Young girls can bleed to death, childbirth is more dangerous due to hemorrhaging and cuts often remain prone to infections. The memory of the cutting alone can be damaging, and these issues of trust and…
We are thrilled to be featured in a recent article by NAN News, which highlights our arts project aimed at empowering girls on gender justice. This initiative seeks to provide young girls with the tools and knowledge to advocate for their rights through creative expression. Read the full article on NAN News:Organisation Inaugurates Arts Project to Empower Girls on Gender…
NAN News has featured our drama initiative aimed at tackling child marriage in Abuja communities. This project uses theatrical performances to educate and engage the community on the dangers of child marriage. Read the full article on NAN News:Group Uses Drama to Tackle Child Marriage in Abuja Community Through drama, we aim to spark conversations and drive action to end…
NAN News has featured our drama initiative aimed at tackling child marriage in Abuja communities. This project uses theatrical performances to educate and engage the community on the dangers of child marriage. Read the full article on Dail Trust News:Group Uses Drama to Tackle Child Marriage in Abuja Community Through drama, we aim to spark conversations and drive action to…
We are proud to be recognized by The Sun News Online for our innovative approach to tackling gender-based violence through poetry and painting. This initiative brings together artists and survivors to create impactful art pieces that raise awareness and drive change. Read the full article on The Sun News Online:Group Uses Poetry, Painting to Tackle Gender-Based Violence Our goal is…
Blueprint recently covered our ongoing efforts to fight gender-based violence through various art forms. This article discusses how our programs engage the community and use art to address and prevent violence. Read the full article on Blueprint:Fighting Gender-Based Violence Through Arts We are dedicated to creating safe spaces for dialogue and expression, and we appreciate the recognition from Blueprint.
The Girl Child Values Support Initiative’s project, STEMinist for Social Good, is a transgenerational endeavor aimed at empowering young women, particularly those aged 18 to 25, including those with disabilities, to leverage STEM skills for addressing societal challenges. The initiative seeks to narrow the gender gap in STEM competencies by fostering innovation and gender equality among crisis-affected young girls, particularly…
Daughters of Elempe is a stage play that promotes women’s leadership and political participation. The play also educates the viewers on Rape and Female Genital Mutilation. Girls and women have a right to engage in civil society, vote in elections, be elected to government office, serve on boards, and make their voices heard in any process that will ultimately affect…
The Girl Child Values Support Initiative started this project “PERIOD IN CRISIS” in rural communities particularly for women living with disabilities. The gendered impacts of crisis are being seen all over the northern part of Nigeria. Meeting the critical menstrual hygiene management needs of young women and girls are central to an inclusive global response that promotes equality and social…
We are still celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. To achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, science, and gender equality play a vital role. Oluwadoyinsola is a pacesetter and we celebrate her and other women who are constantly bridging the gap, smashing stereotypes, and dismantling discrimination we also appreciate the roles they play in advancing STEM in…