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A Nigerian non-profit organization, Development Research and Projects Centre (dRPC) has organized a training which will last for two days for Imams and Muslim Opinion Leaders (MOLs) from Kaduna and Kano States.
The training is in collaboration with the Ford Foundation West Africa office to empower the religious leaders in fighting against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) across Northern Nigeria.
Coordinator of the MOLs Project, Ahmad Abdullahi Ahmad said, “The Muslim Opinion Leaders (MOLs) for GBV Prevention Project recognizes the significant influence of religious leaders in shaping community attitudes and behaviors.”
“By engaging Imams as advocates, we seek to challenge harmful cultural norms and practices perpetuating violence against women and girls.”
He further noted that it was the experiences gotten from the peer-to-peer study tour in Egypt that the workshop was built on.
It was during the tour in Egypt that delegates had the opportunity to interact with esteemed Islamic institutions such as Grand Al-Azhar and the Grand Mufti.
Ahmad said, “We must work together to prevent GBV and promote women’s protection. Islamic teachings offer a powerful tool for change. We call on all Muslim leaders to join us in this fight.
“As Northern Nigeria tackles GBV, this initiative demonstrates the critical role of Muslim leaders in shaping a safer, more equitable society for women and girls.
“The Development Research and Projects Centre (dRPC) has been working tirelessly to address GBV in Northern Nigeria. This workshop marks a significant milestone in engaging Muslim leaders in the fight against GBV.
“GBV is a violation of human rights and Islamic teachings.
“We must work together to create a society where women and girls can live without fear of violence.”