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From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki
Ebonyi State government has established Gender-Based Violence (GBV)q!1!1 rehabilitation and response centres across the state. to strengthen the fight against the menace at the grassroots.
Ms. Maryann Nkwegu, Special Assistant to Governor Francis Nwifuru on Gender-Based Violence disclosed this in Abakaliki, the state capital on Week Two of the male inclusivity on Gender-Based awareness campaign with the theme “Leadership with Empathy: How Male Leaders Can Champion Gender Justice.”
She noted thatthe rehabilitation and response centres serve as safe spaces where victims can lodge complaints, which are handled by the Ministry of Justice and other relevant agencies to ensure access to justice.
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Also speaking on the programme, the Anglican Bishop of Abakaliki Diocese, Rev. Monday Nkwegu, stressed that tackling gender-based violence was a collective duty of individuals, communities, and the church.
He revealed that the Anglican Church has adopted national measures to address GBV and now provides equal leadership opportunities for both men and women.
In her remarks, a representative of the Kachem Young Initiative, Nkechinyere Uguru, described gender-based violence as a human rights issue.
She said involving men in the campaign will deepen understanding of the impact of GBV on families and society. She urged men to listen with empathy, embrace accountability, and support justice for victims regardless of gender.
