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GBV Focal Person Yola, Nigeria Group C

Elizabeth Stephen goji, gender-based violence advocate, is a dedicated humanitarian and gender-based violence (GBV) champion with about 8 years of experience in promoting women’s empowerment and combating gender-based violence, through creating awareness, sensitization and discussion programs. I have worked with various organizations during the past years which include, family health international FHI360, CHEMONICS international, clear view integrity foundation CVIF, and UNFPA, advancing women’s right and leadership in Adamawa state and Nigeria at large. And my main focus is on gender equality and inclusion, violence against women and girls, community engagement, capacity building to promote gender equality and prevent violence against women and girls. Through my participation in the WLC-COHORT 1, I have led initiatives to increase women’s representation in decision making positions and has trained women on leadership and advocacy skills. As a passionate advocate for women’s right, I am committed to creating a more just and equitable environment where women and girls can feel safe and strive.

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Education
Bsc
Age range
25–34
Organization
Clear View Integrity Foundation (CVIF)
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Key issues & motivation
Key issue(s)
Gender based violence against women and girls GBV, protection from sexual exploitation and abuse PSEA.
Motivation
WLC-COHORT 1, Is a process and consist of various stages to learn, unlearn, and relearn, its nature of mentorship, community building through empowering women leaders with new perspectives, skills and knowledge is my strongest inspiration and motivation.
Leadership philosophy
Leadership is about prioritizing others needs and well-being, enabling others take ownership to achieve desired goals/ objective.
Research project
Evaluating gender Inequality and inclusion in political participation a case study of North East
The study examines gender inequality and the level of inclusion in political participation in the North-East region of Nigeria. It explores how socio-cultural norms, economic challenges, insecurity, and internal political party structures affect women’s ability to participate actively in politics. Using a descriptive survey approach, data were collected from respondents across the six states in the region to assess political awareness, barriers to women’s participation, and the effectiveness of existing inclusion strategies. The findings reveal that although political awareness is relatively high among citizens, women continue to face significant obstacles such as patriarchal cultural practices, financial limitations, gender-based discrimination, and the impacts of insurgency. The study concludes that achieving meaningful political inclusion for women requires comprehensive interventions including cultural reorientation, strengthened gender policies, improved economic empowerment, and greater support from political parties, civil society organizations, and community leaders.
Target beneficiaries
Marginalized women in north-east region of Nigeria.
Expected impact
a. To increase women’s representation by implementing measures to increase women’s representation in decision making position within political parties and government across the states b. To build capacity by providing training and organizing programs for women to enhance their skills and confidence in political participation c. To promote inclusive policies and encourage political parties to adopt inclusive policies and practices that promote gender equality and women’s participation.
Achievements
Evidence of leadership & engagement
Achievements / recognitions
1). Mentorship 2). Facilitator 3). Case worker champion 4). Center manager 5). GBV champion.
Meaningful change
I Elizabeth Stephen influenced meaningful change among women and girls through my usual session with them at safe spaces or in the communities I visited also through counseling and handling GBV case from the first stage of reporting to the final close-out stage.
Networks / associations
The amazon leadership initiative of validating African dreams.
Evidence record
Verified outcomes after WLC
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