Date: 8th  of  November 2025

Volunteers Present:  3

Total Number of Attendees: 67

Timings:   9:00am – 1:00pm

Venue: Former Caravan 4, Aja-Pessu (Pessu Town), Warri

Main Topic/Activity: Prevention and healing from sexual exploitation and violence.

Resource Person: Dr. Tuoyo Ovie-Jack 

Summary

The session successfully equipped participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent and heal from sexual exploitation, abuse, and violence. It is hoped that the insights gained will contribute to creating a safer and more supportive community for all.

Session Delivery

A comprehensive session on the prevention of and healing from sexual exploitation, abuse, and violence was well facilitated by Dr. Tuoyo Ovie-Jack She focused on the critical issues surrounding the topics. 

The session aimed to educate participants on the definitions, examples, impacts, and strategies for healing and prevention. 

Dr. Tuoyo  defined sexual exploitation, abuse, and violence, highlighting that it can happen to anyone, regardless of socioeconomic status or environment. Examples included human trafficking, child sexual exploitation, transactional sex, and exploitation by people in power.

 She stressed on  the severe impacts of sexual abuse and violence, including gastrointestinal issues, gynecological pain, depression, panic attacks, withdrawal, negative emotions, and substance misuse.

The importance of acknowledging the abuse, breaking the silence, and seeking support was emphasized. Strategies for healing included expressive activities, physical outlets for anger, relaxation techniques, helping others, and setting future goals.

 Body safety, proper terminology, and respecting personal boundaries were highlighted as crucial. Participants were encouraged to speak out if they experienced any form of abuse and to report incidents to trusted adults.

Some live examples were mentioned by both Dr. Ovie Jack and the coordinator. This is to drive home the point that sexual abuse happens in our society. The abuser can be a close relative or acquaintance like the case of Benue born Ochanyan, a 13 years old girl who died due to complications from consistent abuse by her uncle and cousin.

Fostering a culture of empathy and understanding will encourage survivors to speak out without fear of judgment.

The session concluded by emphasizing the importance of creating a supportive environment for survivors, free from shame, mockery, or alienation. Healing was described as a long journey requiring patience, understanding, and collective effort. Participants were encouraged to celebrate every step forward as a victory.

VOLUNTEERS 

• Debi Amadedon 
• Jolomi Tedeye 
• Toju Ogharanduku
• Dr. Tuoyo Ovie-Jack 

Other key activities during the session.

Two participants in each team came out to summarize what Dr. Ovie Jack discussed.