On June 13, 2025, Greater Women Initiative for Health and Rights (GWIHR) hosted a transformative Symposium Workshop in Abia State, titled Promoting Rights-Based SRHR Service Delivery for Sex Workers in Their Diversity.
Breaking Barriers: GWIHR’s Symposium Workshop Champions SRHR for Sex Workers Read More »
Greater Women Initiative for Health and Rights (GWIHR) is sparking a revolution in Abia State, Nigeria, with a vibrant, community-driven campaign that’s set to redefine how we talk about health and empowerment. By forging powerful partnerships with local community organizations and healthcare providers, GWIHR is on a mission to deliver life-changing information through 1,000 eye-catching educational posters and brochures.
In celebration of International Women’s Day, the Greater Women Initiative for Health and Rights (GWIHR) hosted a high-level panel discussion, bringing together key stakeholders from various sectors to engage in a critical dialogue on issues affecting women.
Grassroots advocacy stands at the heart of meaningful social change. It’s more than just a strategy; it’s a movement powered by the people, designed to address community-specific challenges and create solutions deeply rooted in lived experiences. By focusing on local voices and fostering community-driven initiatives, grassroots advocacy paves the way for sustainable transformation.
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On a powerful and transformative day, advocates, partners, and community leaders from across Abia State came together to mark the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Under the theme:
“Recommitment, Accountability, Resourcing – Towards Beijing +30: Unite to End Violence Against Women and Girls,”
this event highlighted the urgent need to address the pervasive violence that threatens the rights and dignity of women and girls in our communities.
Uniting to End Violence Against Women and Girls: A Call to Action from Abia State Read More »
Female sex workers (FSWs) who use or inject drugs face heightened risks of HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, and other STIs. As part of this vulnerable population, their health and well-being depend on access to essential healthcare services, harm reduction programs, and psychosocial support.
The Greater Women Initiative for Health and Rights (GWIHR) has taken a significant step in advancing health and human rights with the successful launch of the MaPeers&Me mobile application in Abia State.This groundbreaking digital platform is designed to provide vital services such as virtual legal aid, harm reduction resources, access to health services, and peer
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Greater Women Initiative for Health and Rights (GWIHR) recently participated in a significant two-day event organized by the Rivers State Ministry of Women Affairs. This event, in collaboration with the Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE) and the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN), marked the formal inauguration of the Rivers State Gender-Based Violence Technical Working Group (GBV-TWG).
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Greater Women Initiative for Health and Right (GWIHR) recently conducted a heartfelt and impactful sensitization workshop at the Elekahia Police Divisional Headquarters. This workshop aimed to educate field police officers on the importance of treating sex workers with the respect and dignity they deserve.
Police Sensitization Workshop: Enhancing Sensitivity and Respect Towards Sex Workers Read More »
Persistent and effective advocacy efforts have borne fruit in Rivers State. The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with World Health Organization (WHO), has successfully trained 23 service providers across all Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the state.
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