Foundation launches tracker to document femicide incidents

FAME Foundation, a gender focused non-governmental organisation (NGO), has launched a tracker to report and document femicide cases in Nigeria.

Speaking at a press conference on Monday to commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, Aderonke Bello, founder of the foundation, called for collective action to end femicide.

She said the tracker will provide reliable data on cases of femicide in Nigeria.

“Today, I am proud to announce the launch of our Femicide Tracker, an important tool that allows for the reporting and documentation of femicide cases,” she said.

“This tool will help ensure that no case goes unnoticed, no story is silenced, and that we, as a society, can work toward justice and accountability for victims and their families.

“By utilizing this tool, we aim to spotlight this pressing issue and mobilize action against the rising trend of femicide.”

She said the foundation’s activities for this year’s campaign will focus on amplifying awareness, empowering people, and engaging communities.

As a call to action for collective efforts against gender-based violence, Bello announced the launch of a social media campaign, #HereForHer.

“This campaign serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility we share to protect and empower women and girls,” she said.

“Let us remember, awareness is just the starting point. True change requires sustained and united efforts.

“It demands a commitment from governments to enforce laws that protect women, from civil society to create supportive environment, and from people to challenge harmful behaviours and attitudes.”