Yesterday 26th of November 2021, Advocates For Global Peace Forum International, the leading United Nations Civil Society Organization Celebrated the United Nations International day for the elimination of violence against women.
The event which took place at the Julius Berger hall University of Lagos , Akoka in collaboration with other organizations saw two important members of Advocates For Global Peace Forum International Ambassadors, Amb. Dr. Mmerigwo Henry Iyke and Amb. Ifeanyi Harry Jeffrey honored with a Doctorate degree award in Business ( Honoris Causa’) by the Institute superieur de Communication et de Gestion (ISCG Benin University) for their outstanding achievements in business, Philanthropy and as well as their support to women development in Nigeria.
A report from UN Women, based on data from 13 countries since the pandemic, shows that 2 in 3 women reported that they or a woman they know experienced some form of violence and are more likely to face food insecurity. Only 1 in 10 women said that victims would go to the police for help.
While pervasive, gender-based violence is not inevitable. It can and must be prevented. Stopping this violence starts with believing survivors, adopting comprehensive and inclusive approaches that tackle the root causes, transform harmful social norms, and empower women and girls. With survivor-centered essential services across policing, justice, health, and social sectors, and sufficient financing for the women’s rights agenda, we can end gender-based violence.
