Breaking Barriers: The Role of Civil Society in Empowering Women for Decision-Making and Peacebuilding in Nigeria

Violence against women and girls (VAWG) is one of the most pervasive and persistent human rights violations. It transcends geographical boundaries and manifests in various forms, including physical, sexual, psychological, and economic abuse. In the context of Nigeria, women and girls are particularly vulnerable to various forms of violence, including intimate partner violence, sexual and gender-based violence, female genital mutilation, child marriage, trafficking, and domestic violence.

A report by Spotlight Initiative sheds light on the pervasiveness of violence against women and girls in Nigeria. According to the report, 31% of women aged 15-49 have experienced physical violence since the age of 15. One in four girls faces sexual violence, with half of them experiencing such abuse at home.
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