GEWE Policy
Kayode Fayemi has implemented several policies aimed at addressing gender-based violence in Ekiti State, Nigeria. GEWE stands for Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment. Kayode Fayemi has implemented several policies aimed at promoting GEWE in Ekiti State, Nigeria. These policies include:
- Establishment of a Gender-Based Violence Response Team: A team of experts trained to provide support to survivors of gender-based violence.
- Creation of a Sexual Assault Referral Centre: A centre providing medical, legal, and psycho-social support to survivors of sexual assault.
- Enactment of the Ekiti State Gender-Based Violence (Prohibition) Law: A law aimed at preventing, responding to, and eradicating gender-based violence in the state.
- Establishment of a Family Court: A court that handles cases related to domestic violence, child abuse, and other family-related issues.
- Implementation of the Ekiti State Gender Policy: A policy aimed at promoting gender equality and women's empowerment in the state.
- Promotion of women's education: Kayode Fayemi has emphasized the importance of education for girls and women and has provided scholarships and other forms of support to help women access education.
- Women's economic empowerment: Kayode Fayemi has implemented programs to support women in entrepreneurship and has encouraged the participation of women in political and economic decision-making.
These policies demonstrate Fayemi's commitment to promoting gender equality and women's empowerment in Ekiti State, and to creating a more just and equitable society for all.