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| Hello friend, Welcome to our first newsletter of 2025! As we step into this new year, let’s focus on turning our awareness into action. While social media posts and hashtags have their place, real change demands more than digital engagement. Being conscious about women’s rights means understanding that every day presents opportunities for meaningful action. It’s about recognising that small, consistent efforts create rippling effects in our communities. Whether you’re in a boardroom, classroom, or family gathering, you have the power to challenge discriminatory practices and advocate for equality. Proactive activism starts with staying informed about issues affecting women and girls in your community. Are local schools providing equal opportunities? Are workplace policies truly inclusive? Are healthcare services accessible to all women? Identifying these gaps is the first step toward addressing them. But knowledge without action is simply information. Get involved with local organisations like Naija Feminists Media—working on women’s issues. Attend community meetings where policies are discussed. Mentor young girls. Support women-owned businesses. When you witness discrimination, speak up. These actions, though seemingly small, contribute to systemic change. Join us to make 2025 a year of impact. Together, we can transform consciousness into concrete change for women and girls across Nigeria. With love and solidarity,The NFM Team. |
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| Reporting GBV is important to keeping everyone safeBy: Kosisochukwu Ani There’s an adage in my language that says, “Ogbaru nkiti kwere ekwe,” meaning “S/he who keeps quiet is guilty too.” I know that speaking up is not the easiest thing to do, but when you speak, you speak for all of us who have survived MVAWG (Male Violence Against Women and Girls) in the past and you help prevent it from happening to those who have not experienced it. When you speak up, you help us all by ensuring one perpetrator is held accountable and who knows? You might help their past survivors get justice and give them the courage to speak up. In a society like Africa, where families, religious institutions and most organisations gather to cover up rape and all forms of male violence against women, survivors are often told to forgive and forget. Questions like, “What do you stand to gain if he goes to jail? or statements such as, “She might have secretly enjoyed it,” or “You asked for it by dressing the way you did!” are commonplace. But when it comes to reporting MVAWG, it is not the survivor’s place to forgive. Let the law take action. People may say, “Just forgive and forget,” but do we really forget? Read more on why reporting male violence against women and girls is important in keeping everyone safe. |
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| Our founder, Simbiat Bakare, has been shortlisted for the prestigious True Story Award for her compelling story on romance scams in Nigeria. This recognition celebrates her dedication to women’s rights and her impactful journalism. Competing among 1,049 entries from 102 countries, Simbiat’s work highlights critical issues affecting women. This nomination not only honours her achievements but also emphasises the importance of representing women’s experiences in media. We are proud of her contribution! |
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| Become a Pioneer Board Member with Naija Feminists Media! Submit your profile and CV to: mail@naijafeministsmedia.org.ng and cc: partnerships@naijafeministsmedia.org.ng. Together, we can make a difference in the world!SWEEP Training Programme for Nigerian Women Entrepreneurs is open for applications! Enhance your affirmative procurement skills and empower your business.The Stories x Women Program 2025 is now open for applications! This initiative seeks to elevate the voices and stories of women changemakers. Apply today to join this transformative program! |
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