Gender Equality
Social DevelopmentGender Equality is simply equal access to opportunities by both men and women without disparity in gender. Everyone has the same major role in decision making and economic participation.
Program | Description | Funding |
“I am Woman, Deal with it” Live Drama for Discussion | A staged Drama addressing gender inequality on International Women’s Day. | The British Council, Lagos |
Live drama Performances for Advocacy on Women’s Human Rights | 4 Live drama performances to address Women’s rights issues specific to the 3 major ethnic groups in Nigeria and a general gender equality play; Toured with 3 troupes to the regions to perform for legislators and opinion leaders. Performed for the president, ministers and National Assembly | UNICEF and the Federal Ministry for Women. |
Together We Can | Dance-drama presentation on International Women’s Day conceptualized by ARDA to encourage women to take on more political responsibilities in their communities and also encourage other women to join them in participating. In addition, the drama also carried a strong message against gender-based violence particularly against women. | ARDA in partnership with Ikoyi – Obalende LCDA |