*WOCON Celebrates Women All Across the World on International Women’s Day*
On this International Women’s Day, we join all women across the world to acknowledge and celebrate the extraordinary strength, resilience and potential of women everywhere.
We recognize the progress made so far and the work that still lies ahead.
To commemorate the *INTERNATIONAL DAY OF ZERO TOLERANCE FOR FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION (FGM)* on 6th February 2025, WOCON launched its Campaign against FGM targeting young women in Itafaji Health Clinic in Itafaji area of Lagos State.
We aimed to raise awareness about the dangers of FGM, discuss its devastating consequences on women and girls and empower them to resist cultural pressure to undergo the practice.
On Tuesday 2nd May 2023 WOCON partnered with Denny Social Welfare Hub through the Nigerian Eonen Association Verona, on the "EYEFON" project co-funded by Ministero Dell' Interno, Nigeria Women Association Verona, Catholic Diocese of Ikot Ekpene, Nigeria.
Project sensitized the Lafiaji community on the island against the dangers of Irregular migration and Trafficking in persons.
Stakeholders present included community elders, male and female, faith based leaders such as pastor, Imam and a female traditional leader, Yeye Olokun.
FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION (FGM) refers to procedures involving partial or total removal of the female (external) organs
*Happy international Youth Day 2023*
Theme: *"Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World"*
WOCON today, 12th August 2023, acknowledges the contributions of numerous youth across the globe as well as their role in advancing the society and encouraging sustainable development.
We also identify with the numerous challenges being faced by youths all over the world and especially in our nation, Nigeria.
WOCON continues to commit to youth engagement and the promotion of youth-led initiatives.
Happy World Youth Day 2023.
Theme: "Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World"
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is a global observance held on July 30th each year to raise awareness about the alarming issue of human trafficking. It serves as a reminder to take collective action to prevent this crime, protect victims, and prosecute those responsible.
