Search for Common Grounds advocates programmes on Freedom of Religion, Belief in Bauchi

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By Akanji Alowolodu, Bauchi

A Non Governmental Organization, Search for Common Grounds has advocated for programmes to promote Freedom of Religion and Belief in Bauchi State.

The NGO also advocated for ending violence against women and support similar actions in accordance with the Nigerian youths Collective Action for Religious Engagement (CARE) project.

The advocacy Wednesday was part of to mark the 2024 International Women’s Day (IWD) celebration in Bauchi.

The Project Officer, Nigerian Youths CARE, Fatimah Danlami engaged with officials of Bauchi state Ministries for Women Affairs and Child Development and Religious Affairs in Bauchi.

The IWD was celebrated with a walk organised for Women for Freedom of Religion and/or Belief (FoRB) by Search for Common Grounds and its implementing partner, Young Leaders Network.

Fatimah said that the FoRB would provide enabling environment for socio economic development among women and youth.

Other advocacy key messages included; women’s Inclusion in Digital technologies, digital peacebuilding and digital economy and social and economic justice among others.

She applauded women and girls for achievements records towards breaking barriers, dismantling stereotypes and driving progress towards a more just and equitable world.

She also said that despite the immense efforts and progress achieved, many women and girls around the world constantly faces marginalization, injustice and discrimination.

The Project Manager, Mr Meshach Bwala noted that the persistent epidemic of violence against women and the girl child, denial of their rights and freedom to religion and belief, disgraces humanity.

According to him, “Invest in programmes to promote Freedom of Religion and Belief, end violence against women and support similar actions like the Nigerian Youth CARE Project.

He added that, “Women’s Inclusion in Digital technologies, digital peace building and digital economy to promote social and economic justice. Drive women’s inclusion and leadership in economic and social space.

“The Women and Youth Walk for Freedom of Religion and/or Belief (FoRB) in Commemoration of International Women’s Day was conducted with a walk and advocacy to Ministries of Women Affairs and Religious Affairs,” he said.

Recieving the group, Saleh Mamman, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Women Affairs, Social Welfare and Child Development said revealed that the commitment of the ministry in providing support for the project in the state.

However his counterpart, Mr Bala Manu Gadau, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Community Development said that the Ministry remains committed to the course of Freedom of Religion and Belief (FoRB) in Bauchi state, as this is one of the core mandates of the Ministry.

The officials applauded the organization for the giant stride to compliment Government efforts in donations building and development.