As part of global events marking the 2025 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, FIDA Nigeria Abuja Branch on Tuesday launched an outreach campaign to the NYSC Legal Aid Community Development Service (CDS) group.
According to a statement signed by Chimdindu Onyedim-Etuwewe, Publicity Secretary, FIDA Nigeria Abuja Branch, the sensitisation programme aligned with this year’s international theme—“Unite! Invest to End Digital Violence Against Women and Girls.”
During the session, Chairperson of the branch, Chioma Onyenucheya-Uko, briefed corps members on the growing dangers of technology-facilitated abuse, including online harassment, cyberstalking, non-consensual image sharing, and other forms of digital exploitation.
Onyenucheya-Uko explained the legal protections available under Nigerian law, outlining how victims can seek redress and how offenders can be held accountable.
The Corps Members also received guidance on digital safety practices, responsible online behaviour, and how to support women and girls who face digital abuse.
Other speakers emphasised the pivotal role young Nigerians can play in building safer online spaces, noting that NYSC members are often positioned at the frontline of community education and early intervention.
FIDA Abuja reaffirmed its commitment to advocating for the rights and safety of women and girls, and pledged continued collaboration with government and civil society partners to strengthen awareness, reporting systems, and community-level protection mechanisms.
