The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) held a one-day training for Court Registrars of the Lagos State Judiciary on Sexual and Gender-based Violence.
The one day workshop which was held at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry LCCI had about 90 legal Registrars in attendance.
The Executive Secretary DSVA Mrs Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi who was represented by the Programs Officer Ms. Zainab Alaka in her welcome address said the
decisions and actions of the Registrars have a profound impact on the lives of those who come before the court.
She stressed "As court registrars, you play a pivotal role in the administration of justice".
She said it was imperative that the Registrars have a thorough understanding of the complexities of domestic and sexual violence and the legal framework in place to address these heinous crimes as they will learn about the various forms of abuse, the legal remedies available to victims, and the challenges they often face in seeking justice.
Vivour-Adeniyi said the training was designed to equip the participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to handle domestic and sexual violence cases effectively.
Also at the training, the Chief Registrar Tajudeen A. Elias, of the Lagos State Judiciary, in his Goodwill message emphasized that SGBV is a heinous crime and with collective efforts, it would become a thing of the past in Lagos State.
Dr. Babajide Martins; Director, Public Prosecutions, facilitated a session on the Relevant Laws on SGBV as well as the Role of Court Registrars in implementing these Laws.
Mrs. Juliet Olumuyiwa-Rufai, facilitated the second session on Understanding Gender Roles.
She stated that GBV is a public health issue and its largely rooted in individual attitudes and social norms and that it thrives in a culture of Silence.
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