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The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) and the Curbing of Child Abuse in Rivers State, Nigeria
Child abuse remains one of the most widespread human rights violations worldwide, with serious effects on social stability and peacebuilding. In Nigeria, legal advocacy groups play a vital role in bridging the gap between statutory protections and community realities. This study explores the role of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) in reducing child abuse and fostering peacebuilding in Rivers State, Nigeria. Guided by theories such as Structural Functionalism, Systems Theory, Legal Pluralism, and the Human Rights-Based Approach, the study uses a mixed-method approach, combi…
