With support from the UN Trust Fund To End Violence against Women, CEWHIN in collaboration with the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs(LASODA), held a 2-day capacity-building workshop to strengthen inclusive GBV prevention and response mechanisms in Lagos State. The workshop focused on addressing the unique barriers faced by women and girls with disabilities (WGWD) in accessing justice and support services.
Participants including service providers, government stakeholders, and disability advocates engaged in critical conversations about how to make existing GBV structures more inclusive, accessible, and survivor-centered. They explored ways to enhance coordination, apply disability-sensitive approaches, and implement relevant laws and policies effectively.
This initiative is part of Project Hope, a project by CEWHIN specifically focused on Strengthening Existing VAWG/SGBV Prevention and Response structures for Women and Girls with Disabilities in Lagos and Osun State. Ensuring that no one is left behind in GBV prevention and response requires collective action, sustained advocacy, and inclusive practices that uphold the rights and dignity of all especially women and girls with disabilities.