The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency has reiterated its efforts to curb gender-based violence through behavioural mindset programmes, in addition to sensitising and training all relevant stakeholders to imbibe the SGBV message whilst moving towards a complete reversal of the menace from the society.
Executive Secretary of the Agency, Mrs. Titilola Vivour Adeniyi, stated this at the Agency’s awareness programme, tagged: “Man Wey Sabi”, held at Unity Market, Alagbado, explaining that the purpose of the advocacy was to address gender stereotypes in Lagos.
She emphasised the collective responsibility to empower women, urging society, leaders, and residents to champion gender equality in their various domains.
Vivour-Adeniyi noted that the programmes shine a light on men’s pivotal roles in pragmatically Ending Domestic and Sexual Violence and promoting partnership in marriages, noting that “A lively cooking competition generously sponsored by Power Oil Nigeria Limited showcased culinary skills of the participants was added to enliven the campaign”.
“The primary objective is to spread our message in a spirited manner, challenging stereotypes regarding men’s involvement in childcare and the essence of marriage partnership,” she said
In his remark, Prince Abiodun Kosoko, the Baba-Oja of Unity Market, Alagbado, appreciated the Sanwo-Olu administration for ensuring that the society is conducive for both genders to thrive.
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