Project Alert team with support from Open Society Africa, went out on the streets of Lagos to have short videos (vox pop) to hear people’s opinion on the issues on Sexual and Gender-based Violence.
Here are the links to the videos of different opinions the citizens
DAY 1 of 16 Days of Activism
What is Sexual and Gender-based Violence?
Let’s hear people’s opinion on this
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0D6lBtIFlO/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
DAY 2 of 16 Days of Activism
Okechuckwu Amarachi, one of our respondents on the streets of Lagos gives her own opinion on the causes of sexual and gender based violence and gives suggestions on the way out. #unitetoendviolenceagainstwomen
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0GWJC3IC2r/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
DAY 3 of 16Days of Activism
Men and boys have important roles to play in the campaign to end sexual and gender-based violence. Men should not only be seen as the problem, they are also part of the solution. Not all men are violent. Not all men support violence against women and girls. Infact men are sometimes victims of gender-based violence.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0JFdPGMeVn/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
Day 4 of 16Days of Activism
Silence is a weapon in the continued perpetration of sexual and gender-based violence. Domestic is condemnable. No one should die in the name of being married. Between the sanctity of life and marriage, life comes first. Where life is threatened, there is need for separation.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0L3sgHs5Jz/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
DAY 5- 16DaysofActivism2023
Domestic violence ruins lives and affects families including children. Children are affected by the violence they either witness, or are subjected to themselves. Such children in most cases, grow up to be violent adults also as domestic violence is a vicious circle. If you are a woman in an abusive relationship, leave to live. Seek help. Your marriage doesn’t necessarily have to end; but you need the violence to stop. You don’t play hero in the face of violence. You need to be alive for your children.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0OPrpJMOsb/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
DAY 6 of 16 Days of Activism.
Child abuse is common in Nigeria which includes the use of children as domestic helps where they are often maltreated. Also abuse of women occurs in the public including market places with acts such as sexual harassment. A lot of women do not report to the police because of secondary victimization (blaming) and also extortion (demand for money).
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0Q44HjsaQu/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
Day 7 of 16 Days of Activism
Physical violence in the home be it against the child, women or men, never ever solves problems. Dialogue between couples is the right way to go.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0T1SCZISJb/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
Day 8 of 16 Days of Activism
Though women are mostly the victims of gender-based violence, men are also victims in some cases. Whichever way, the sanctity of life comes before marriage. A dead woman or man is neither wife nor husband. Seek help. Do not die in silence.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0V5SGMIPLZ/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
Day 9 of 16 Days of Activism
Members of the public need to be educated on the consequences and negative impact of sexual and gender-based violence. This should be done via various channels including preaching against it in places of worship. Perpetrators should know that there are consequences for their actions. We should all unite to end this scourge.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0YlBjOsBTk/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
Day 10 of 16 Days of Activism
Domestic violence is very prevalence in our society. This includes, physical, sexual, emotional and psychological violence. These all constitute threat to life. Lives have been lost due to domestic violence. There are laws at state and federal levels that prohibit domestic violence. These laws should be implemented to the latter.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0bHxYEMCcg/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
DAY 11 of 16 Days of Activism
Sexual and gender-based violence is very common in our society and communities today. It knows no boundaries as it cuts across age, ethnicity, religious beliefs; educational status and social status. Domestic violence especially is a vicious cycle as children who grew up in violent homes are either likely to be violent themselves or have the fear of violence which could make them not want to go into relationships. The home should not be a battle front.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0dq_Ohsmrp/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
Day 12 of 16Days of Activism
Various forms of domestic violence, such as sexual assault, rape, and child abuse, predominantly affect vulnerable individuals, primarily children and women. To address this issue, seeking guidance from a counselor or someone knowledgeable is crucial. Additionally, involving government officials and taking decisive actions against the offenders are essential steps to significantly reduce the occurrence of domestic violence.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0gjViNvOjr/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
Day 13 of 16 Days of Activism
Child sexual abuse is very prevalent in Nigeria, occurring in schools and homes. Victims often don’t speak out because of threats they have received from their abuser. It is important that public sensitization by government and CSOs are taken to schools, markets, places of worship etc in order to end this abuse.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0i3Tn0s53Q/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
Day 14 of 16 Days of Activism
Different forms of abuse, including sexual assault and emotional abuse, go beyond domestic abuse. It’s crucial to address these various types of abuse and report them to the appropriate authorities for necessary action.
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0luGfOM3R9/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
DAY 15 of 16 Days of Activism
The signs of an abusive person are always there during courtship. Signs such as controlling behavior; extreme jealousy; constant suspicion; attempts to isolate you from friends and families etc. Do not ignore the warning signs. Seek help. Say no to domestic violence
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0oVgdyvNkk/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
Day 16 of 16 Days of Activism
Today is our last day on the streets of Lagos, talking to Nigerians and hearing their voices on sexual and gender-based violence. An amazing sixteen days it has been, getting diverse voices and perspectives on various forms of gender-based violence; its impact and recommendations on the way forward. Though the 16 days ends today, advocacy work continues. Together we can bring to an end sexual and gender-based violence
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0qzT52PUAT/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
