NAWOJ Signs MoU With PLAN International To Empower Women, Girls And Children
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Plan International to promote gender equality and children’s rights in Nigeria.
The partnership aims to empower women and girls through advocacy, capacity-building initiatives, and quality journalism.
Speaking at the signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Plan International in Abuja, the National President, Nigerian Association of Women Journalists, Aisha Ibrahim informed that the partnership aims to promote gender equality, uphold children’s rights, and support vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities.
“Today, we gather at a pivotal moment in our journey towards empowering women and children, a moment that underscores our commitment to advocate for gender equality and the rights of every child.
“As an organization, NAWOJ actively engages in advocacy on societal and humanitarian issues, particularly focusing on Persons of Concern (POCs), including Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVCs), victims of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and Polio Eradication Awareness Campaign.
“This partnership is not merely a formality; it is a declaration of our united vision—a vision that seeks to create a world where children and girls can thrive, where their voices are heard, and where their rights are upheld.”
The President noted that Plan International has long been at the forefront of advancing children’s rights and equality for girls, and today, we align our efforts to amplify this important mission.
“Through this collaborative framework on the ASPIRE project,we will implement strategic capacity-building initiatives designed to empower Local Women Rights and Youth Led Organizations and enhance their skills.
“We also recognize that the media plays a crucial role in shaping narratives and influencing public perception, by leveraging our media platforms and professional networks, we will elevate the voices of these organizations ensuring that their messages resonate far and wide.
She assured that together, NAWOJ and PLAN INTERNATIONAL will work to dismantle the barriers that prevent women and girls from realizing their full potential.
Earlier, in his remarks, the Country Director, Plan International, Charles Usie, represented by Helen Idiong, The Director of Program Quality and Influencing expressed delight over the partnership
“We are child rights organisations and we are very particular about getting equality for girls so, having us in the position to link women’s rights organisations and youth led organisations to women journalists. No one can tell a woman story better than women themselves.
The Country Director commended NAWOJ for their commitment over the years at amplifying the voices of women ,girls and children rights stressing that ,with the signing of the MoU ,NAWOJ will achieve more in that regards .
The National President was accompanied by National officers from Zone D and NAWOJ FCT Executive members