BY USMAN MOHAMMED, JUNE 12, 2024 | 08:37 AM
Neem Foundation and Hedayah trained Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Northeastern Nigeria on supporting families to counter violent extremism and propaganda from terrorist groups.
The training was supported by the European Union and held from May 7 to 9 and May 28 to 30 at the Grand Sands Hotels in Maiduguri, Borno State.
Thirty-two participants from civil societies and organizations in Borno, Yobe, Adamawa, and Taraba states attended the workshop.
The Northeastern part of Nigeria faces challenges due to Boko Haram activities and other terrorist organisations, leading to displacement and destabilisation of local security.
Many families in the region have members who have either joined or are susceptible to radicalization, potentially turning them into violent extremists.
The bodies collaborated to train CSOs on supporting families to counter violent extremism.
The training included group activities to localize the approach and enhance understanding.
Participants appreciated the training modules and emphasized the importance of the methodologies taught.
Muhammad Ngobdo Hassan, a participant, highlighted the usefulness of learning how to engage with families needing reintegration support.
The training focused on how local organizations can support families through violence prevention and peace-building interventions.
Participants were enlightened on providing psychosocial support and involving the entire community in supporting victims and their relatives.
The two organizations committed to further support organizations with similar training.
Participants vowed to cascade the training to their staff and use the knowledge in designing and implementing their projects in the region.
Certificates of attendance were awarded to the participants.
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