The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) has restated its commitment to the protection of women and children.

Chairperson, Anambra State chapter, Amara Muojeke, gave the assurance at the 2025 FIDA Week Award Day, themed “Unmasking the pain: An exploration of the causes and consequences of intimate partner violence among adults.”

She also reassured her organisation’s steadfastness in addressing the root causes and far-reaching effects of intimate partner violence.

“As an organisation devoted to the protection of women and children, FIDA remains steadfast in addressing the root causes and far-reaching effects of intimate partner violence. Today’s gathering offers us an important platform for dialogue, reflection and renewed action,” she stated.

Muojeke, who congratulated the awardees for their contributions to justice, service and societal development, also commended the cooperation and dedication of members to the association’s ideals.

The state’s Chief Judge, Justice Onochie Anyachebelu, who was honoured at the occasion, commended FIDA for advancing the rights of the vulnerable.

He also thanked former and current executives for steering the affairs of the organisation, just as he appreciated the honour done to him, pledging continued support to the group.

In a keynote speech, Prof. Meshach Umenweke of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, listed types of intimate partner violence to include physical, emotional, psychological, mental and economic abuse.

Umenweke, among other things, recommended the training and retraining of judges, prosecutors, police officers and others who investigate and prosecute cases, using a human rights-based approach to intimate partner violence.

Chairman of the occasion, Justice Jude Obiora, stressed the need for collective efforts to overcome factors fuelling intimate partner violence, including cultural silence, victim blaming, lack of shelters, inadequate enforcement, victimisation of victims and slow judicial processes.

He challenged the judiciary to always ensure justice is served in every violence-related case, saying this would not only boost public confidence in the judicial system but also increase the tendency to seek justice.