GBV: Group organises training for female journalists in Bauchi

On Nov 17, 2023

An International Non-Governmental Organisation known as Organization for Innovation and Sustainable Development (OISD) on Friday opened a two-day capacity building training for 30 female journalists in Bauchi State. The training, with the theme: “She Exists: Promoting Equity and Equal Opportunities for Women in Media” had participants from print and broadcast organisations in the state.

The Senior Programme Manager of the organisation, Mr Ernest Ogezi, said the the objective of the training is to enchance skills of participants and promote gender equity in the media.

He said other objectives of he training are: to empower female journalists to voice out their perspectives, address critical issues and act as catalysts for change in their communities.

According to him, the training is apt, adding that empowering women in media can drive social transformation in a nation.

He explained that “this is a visionary project that seeks to transform the media landscape in the North-East and beyond. By addressing gender disparities, empowering women journalists and fostering a more inclusive media environment, the project contributes to a more equitable society and amplifies the voices of women in shaping our collective narratives. It is a beacon of hope, demonstrating the potential of collaboration, education and advocacy to drive social change.”

Earlier, Mrs Rashida Yusuf, the Chairperson of Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Bauchi chapter,
said that the training would broaden participants’ commitment in changing the narratives by projecting news and
designing innovative programmes to uplift the lives of women in the society.

She affirmed that women journalists remained committed in service delivery and bring issues of women and girls
to limelight.

The training was sponsored by the Public Affairs Section of the United States Embassy for six North Eastern
states of Adamawa, Bauchi, Borno, Gombe, Yobe and Taraba.

NAN/Wumi