Female faith leaders urged to lead fight against GBV

Female faith leaders have been urged to take a more prominent role in Kenya's fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), amid growing recognition of their influence in shaping community attitudes, supporting survivors and challenging harmful social norms...

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Female faith leaders in Kenya are being urged to take a leading role in combating Gender-Based Violence (GBV) due to their significant influence in communities.

Globally, nearly 1 in 3 women have experienced physical or sexual violence in their lifetime.
Key organizations involved in the call to action include the International Gender Champions (IGC) Nairobi Hub, World Vision East Africa Regional Office, and Plan International.
Participants emphasized the need for faith institutions to become safer spaces for survivors and to ensure women have a meaningful voice in decision-making processes.