From Mustapha Saye, Kaduna
The National Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has reiterated its dedication to training and retraining women journalists, emphasizing the importance of enhancing their skills and knowledge to prepare them for the challenges of the profession and life after retirement.
Speaking at a 2-day capacity-building workshop in Kaduna, NAWOJ National Chairperson, Comrade Aisha K. Ibrahim, represented by Chizoba Ogbeche, emphasized the need for gender-responsive and conflict-sensitive reporting in fragile contexts.
The workshop, organized by the CLEEN Foundation with support from UNWomen and the Norwegian Embassy, aimed to promote peace and empathy in reporting.
Kaduna State Commissioner for Human Services and Social Development, Hajiya Rabi Salisu, urged women journalists to champion peace through their reportage and embrace their role as peace advocates and mediators.
She acknowledged the state government’s efforts in promoting women’s development and social cohesion.
The workshop brought together women journalists from across the country, with the CLEEN Foundation emphasizing the unique perspective and invaluable insights they bring to conflict reporting.
The training aimed to equip participants with the skills needed for responsive and effective conflict reportage, promoting peace and empathy.
The event also featured a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Human Services and Social Development, where NAWOJ delegates met with the Commissioner and her team.
This workshop is one of several organized by the CLEEN Foundation across the country, supported by UNWomen and the Norwegian Embassy, to empower women journalists and promote conflict-sensitive reporting.