Ogechi Ikeh is a frequent panelist on live radio phone-in discussion programs on topics including International Women’s Day, 16 Days Activism of Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls, Violence Against Person’s Prohibition, Law Anti-Corruption Campaign and COVID-19 WASH/#ClaimYourWaterRights Campaign. She coordinated the activities of Nigerian Feminist Forum and the feminist charter through sharing of relevant information. She facilitates a quarterly breakfast meeting that builds strong support system for women in Petals of Grace. As a state coordinator for Women in Politics Forum, she teaches women and girls to actively and successfully participate in governance. She loves cooking, traveling, and driving. Ogechi is married with three children. 

IVLP Impact Award Project: Empowering Youth as Agents of Change to Address Violence Against Women and Girls in Imo State

This project empowered local youth to become agents of change and curb gender-based violence in the Nigerian state of Imo. The project helped prevent and combat gender-based violence among young people in the region by creating a safe space to discuss and reassess solutions to develop a violence-free social environment.

A total of 610 students, teachers, and volunteers across 2 schools participated in discussions on how to curb gender-based violence in their communities. The discussions provided young women with the knowledge needed to fight back against violence they may face. After-school clubs were established to create a safe space for students facing the challenges of gender-based abuse and violence. Informational materials generated at the discussions were shared with other regional schools to reach a wider audience.

"We are grateful to IVLP for making this a possibility and to the impact awardee for selecting our school." - Project Participant

IVLP Exchange Experience

Ogechi participated in the IVLP Project NGO Management, organized by the U.S. Department of State and World Learning in partnership Global Ties Arizona, Colorado Springs World Affairs Council, Global New Orleans, San Antonio Council for International Visitors and Cleveland Council on World Affairs.

U.S. Communities Visited Virtually

Denver, CO; Washington, DC; Pensacola, FL; Chicago, IL; New Orleans, LA; Baltimore, MD; Jackson, MI; Kansas City, OK

"My IVLP experience, though virtual, was very exciting and educating throughout the sessions. Every session was very unique in its own way. I gained knowledge on NGO management, mental models strategic planning and leadership. Above all the sharing of cultural experiences, interactions and networking with our resource persons and co-participants was very cordial and enriching. It's an experience I will always embrace given more opportunities!" - Ogechi Ikeh

Country: Nigeria

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