The project was officially launched on October 9, 2026, in Abéché, the capital of Ouaddaï province. The ceremony was presided over by Ilyas Haroun Matar, the first secretary of the Provincial Council, in the presence of administrative and health authorities, as well as concerned stakeholders. The project aims to strengthen prevention mechanisms and improve support for victims through community mobilization and local services.
The project will focus on 14 areas of the concerned health districts, including Abougoudam, Chokoyane, and Marfa. It will provide training for community leaders, community relays, health workers, teachers, security agents, and magistrates to enhance their capacities in prevention, protection, and support for victims. This initiative is expected to have a positive impact on women, adolescents, and girls exposed to violence.
According to Dahab Manoufi, director of the Bureau Base, the project addresses the difficulties faced by women and the need to strengthen actions in their favor. The project's main goal is to prevent and combat violence against women and girls, with a particular focus on supporting victims and promoting community mobilization.
The health authorities have expressed their commitment to supporting the project. Dr. Abdelmahamoud Chêne, the health delegate of Ouaddaï, reaffirmed the availability of his services to accompany the implementation of the project in the concerned health districts. This support is considered essential to promote community mobilization and strengthen the protection of women and girls.
The project's launch was welcomed by the authorities, who emphasized the importance of protecting women's dignity and guaranteeing their security. Ilyas Haroun Matar, the first secretary of the Provincial Council, stressed that the province would provide its support to this initiative, which is crucial for promoting community mobilization and reinforcing the protection of women and girls.
The implementation of the project is expected to face challenges, but its impact could be significant. By strengthening prevention mechanisms and improving support for victims, the project aims to contribute to the development of the community. The project's success will depend on the effective implementation of its activities in the targeted areas.
The project's budget is over 400 million FCFA, and it will be implemented in partnership with local stakeholders. The initiative is part of a broader effort to address violence against women and girls in Chad.
Key points
- The project will provide training for over 400 community leaders, health workers, and other stakeholders to enhance their capacities in prevention, protection, and support for victims.
- The project will focus on 14 areas of the concerned health districts, including Abougoudam, Chokoyane, and Marfa.
- The project's budget is over 400 million FCFA, and it will be implemented in partnership with local stakeholders.
