A Nigerian based Non-Governmental Organisation, Cleen Foundation, working with the Norwegian Embassy and UN Women, held a two-day training workshop on issues of gender inclusiveness and equality.
at Butterfly Hotel, Marafa, on Wednesday in Kaduna.
The workshop, themed “Policy Dialogue On State Gender Responsive Frameworks and Practices,” Is aimed at advancing the cause of Nigerian women and fostering gender-responsive policies for a more inclusive society.
Speaking at the workshop, Mrs. Justina Johnson, Finance Manager representing CLEEN Foundation’s Executive Director Gad Peter, reiterated the organization’s commitment to addressing the challenges faced by women, emphasizing the importance of gender-responsive policies in creating a just and equitable society.
According to Peter, the dialogue facilitated insightful discussions, shared valuable experiences, and set the course for more inclusive and equitable policy frameworks.
He stressed the critical role of gender equality in sustainable development, social cohesion, and economic prosperity.
Mr. Salaudeen Ibrahim, Director Program and renowned Criminal Justice, Peace, and Security Expert, presented on topics such as “Understanding the National Security Strategy,” “Gender Role in the Security Sector,” and “Mainstreaming in State Policies and Legal Frameworks.”
He urged government investment in security and food for the country’s safety, addressing various national security threats.
In another presentation on “Cybercrime: State Capacity and Public Safety,” Ibrahim highlighted the rise of cybercrime in Nigeria and called for government recruitment of expertise in the police force cybercrime unit.
Krestnews reports that stakeholders at the workshop which held Wednesday 12, included community leaders, interfaith mediators, traditional rulers, police, Kadgis, and lawyers.
They also engaged in a roadwork to the offices of Samuel Aruwan, who is overseeing Commissioner of the Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, and Hajiya Rabi Salisu, Commissioner of the Ministry of Human Services and Social Development, Kaduna.
The commissioners expressed support for the NGO’s efforts, assuring that kidnapped children would be brought back home, with Governor Uba Sani working tirelessly on their safe return.