IRISE Launches Women's Health Campaign in Ijagemo, Lagos
The Initiative to Resist Institutional Slavery and Exploitation (IRISE) has initiated a campaign in Ijagemo, located in the Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area of Lagos State, to promote Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and the Safe Termination of Pregnancy (STOP) Guidelines. The event, held at G.O.C Events Place, was themed “Building Trust and Securing Community Buy-In for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) Advocacy in Igando-Ikotun LCDA.” Omodele Ibitoye Ejeh, the Executive Director of IRISE, stated that the organization chose Ijagemo due to a significant gap in awareness regarding SRHR issues.
The campaign aims to educate women and girls about their reproductive health rights and reduce unsafe abortions through awareness and access to safe healthcare services. A key focus of the meeting was the Lagos State STOP Guidelines, which were launched in 2022 but later suspended due to public controversy.
Ejeh clarified that the guidelines are intended for healthcare providers to ensure safe and legal pregnancy termination services.
Plus234Feed summary based on reporting from The Authority. Read the original report below.
Read full article
Continue on The Authority
Get the week in one email
Top stories, NPFL results, the naira — every Friday morning. Free, one email a week.
Related Stories
IRISE Calls for Responsible Media Reporting on SRHR, GBV
Ejeh Praises Media's Role in Shaping Public Opinion
Vision Spring Initiatives Hosts Health Dialogue in Osun
IRIAD and Electoral Hub Push for Inclusive Democracy in Nigeria
IRIAD Urges Action on Lagos Flooding Crisis
Ondo State Partners with Lifespring for Health Services
Get Plus234Feed on messaging apps
Same headlines, delivered where you already scroll.
