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GWIHR Team Advances GBV Database Initiative with Rivers State Ministry of Women Affairs

In a significant step towards enhancing the management of gender-based violence (GBV) cases in Rivers State, the GWIHR team recently conducted a follow-up visit to the Permanent Secretary of the Rivers State Ministry of Women Affairs, Bar. Mrs. Uchechukwu Uriri.

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Amplifying Voices: GWIHR Celebrates International Women’s Day with Rivers State Ministry of Women Affairs

March 8, 2024, marked not just another International Women’s Day, but a day of empowerment and recognition for women of all walks of life. Hosted by the Rivers State Ministry of Women Affairs, the ‘Count Her In, Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’ event resonated with the spirit of inclusivity and advocacy. Amidst the bustling crowd and vibrant atmosphere, one organization stood out in its mission to amplify the voices often marginalized in society.

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Human Right Day: GWIHR Calls for the Enactment of the Gender and Equal Opportunities Law in Rivers State

GWIHR took the opportunity of the observance of this year’s
International Human Rights Day to call on the National Human
Right Commission Rivers State Chapter and relevant
stakeholders to consider enacting the Gender and Equal
Opportunities Law in the State.

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International Women’s Day 2023: GWIHR calls for improved participation of sex workers in innovative digital spaces.

In the statement titled ” International Women’s Day 2023: DigitALL: Innovation and Technology for Gender Equality”, GWIHR described IWD which is commemorated every year on 8th March, as a remarkable day to acknowledge and celebrate women’s achievements and also highlight gaps in inclusion and raise awareness of gender equality.

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