As part of the Lagos State Government’s effort in providing a holistic response to issues of SGBV, we must simplify the relevant laws on Domestic and Sexual Violence; which include the Protection Against Domestic Violence Law, 2015, Criminal Law of Lagos State 2015, and the Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency Law 2021. click to download
The Simplification and reprinting of the Lagos State Special People’s Law is WRAHP’s modest contribution to further promote public understanding and utilization of this law and for use as an advocacy tool to end all forms of violence and rights violations against people with Disability, especially women and girls in Lagos State. Click to download
The Simplification and reprinting of the Edo State Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Law is WRAHP’s modest contribution to provide maximum protection and effective remedies for victims and punishment for offenders and for other related matters in Edo State. Click here to download
Women and Girls with Disabilities represent one of the most marginalized and vulnerable groups in Nigeria. In spite of the increased awareness about rights of women, laws protecting women and girls from violence and several interventions to tackle cases of gender-based violence affecting women and girls with disabilities, these initiatives have not translated to positive and genuine impact experienced by women with disabilities, who still face marginalization due to their gender and their disability condition. Click here to download
The Simplified Ebonyi State Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Law done by WRAHP as a modest contribution to provide maximum protection and effective remedies for victims and punishment for offenders and for other related matters in Ebonyi State. Click to read.
In Nigeria, due to widespread discrimination, extensive rights violations, neglect and stigmatization, women and girls living with disabilities are at 3 times greater risks of suffering physical, sexual and economic abuse compared women and girls without disabilities. This risk is further exacerbated by lack of information and limited capacity of women living with disabilities to assert their sexual and reproductive rights, report rights infringements/violations and demand a more inclusive justice system that caters to their unique needs. Continue reading
August 2023 Newsletter
Kindly find attached our newsletter for the month of August for your enjoyment.
Factsheet on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Lagos State.
This comprehensive fact sheet sheds light on the landscape of SGBV in
Lagos, unveiling the extent of the issue, exploring its underlying causes,
and examining the legal framework and support systems in place to
combat it.
Preventing Child Abuse Through Awareness And Education for Young Advocates
A guide for young advocates in Schools on preventing Child Abuse. Click here to download
Pamphlet on Technology - Facilitated SGBV for young people
This is a simplified pamphlet for young people on Technology-Facilitated SGBV (Online SGBV). Click to download
June 2024 Newsletter
It’s the last Month of the First quarter of the year. Read up on WRAHP’s update.
WRAHP's 5 years Women's Voice and Leadership Nigeria Project
Read up on WRAHP’s Women’s Voice and Leadership Nigeria Project Report. Click here to read
Lagos State WVL-N Combined Report
Report of the 16 Lagos State partners under the Women’s Voice and Leadership Nigeria Project Funded by Global Affairs Canada through ActionAid Nigeria. Click to read
