By Muhammad Amaan
The Africa Health Budget Network (AHBN) has tasked the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Kano State Chapter, to take the lead in amplifying advocacy around women’s health, family planning, and maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) commodities, with a strong call to address Gender-Based violence (GBV).
The AHBN made the call during the Congress meeting of the Kano NAWOJ, which became a rallying point for advancing the rights and health of women.
AHBN highlighted how GBV continues to undermine women’s access to healthcare, reproductive rights, and family planning services.
“Survivors of violence often face stigma, limited decision-making power, and barriers to seeking essential care, including contraceptives and maternal health services. These realities worsen health inequalities and contribute to poor outcomes for women and children,” AHBN said.
By leveraging their platforms, AHBN urged the NAWOJ members to raise awareness about the link between GBV and poor health, spotlight survivor stories, and hold leaders accountable for policies that protect women and improve access to essential health services.
The AHBN also stressed that tackling GBV is not only a social justice issue but also a public health priority.
The netwrok said Women journalists are uniquely positioned to break the silence around GBV, drive advocacy for survivor-centered care, and amplify community demand for accountability in health systems and policy reforms.
