Miss Nigeria 2013, Ezinne Akudo Sets Up a Rape Crisis Centre for Sexual Abuse Victims

Ezinne Akudo, Miss Nigeria 2013, has officially opened the doors to her Rape Crisis Centre in Lagos.

The 24-year-old former beauty queen had a launch for her Rape Crisis Centre today with pressmen in attendance as she shared the vision and mission of the new safe house.

According to Ezinne Akudo, “We live in a world where women are abused daily and are unable to speak up. One out of four women experience some form of sexual violence in their lifetime. This crime can take place at anytime and can happen to anyone regardless of tribe, religion or social class. Sadly, the society’s response to this heinous crime has led victims to believe that silence is the best option. However, Speaking up is our greatest weapon in this fight against sexual violence.”

The Centre with provide free services in the areas of Crisis Response, Counseling & Support, Court Advocacy, Education & Outreach with the support of the Lagos State Office of the Public Defender, The Domestic and Sexual Violence response team and the Mirabel Center.

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