A structured, two-phase intervention in Nigerian secondary schools designed to detect, prevent, and respond to cases of sexual and gender-based violence among 13–16-year-olds. 

This is a structured, two-phase intervention in Nigerian secondary schools designed to detect, prevent, and respond to cases of sexual and gender-based violence among 13–16-year-olds. 

Phase I establishes a baseline, using surveys to assess prevalence and behaviour patterns.

Phase II delivers a bespoke four-week curriculum for students, teachers, and caregivers. 

Our trained facilitators lead weekly sessions focused on gender equality, consent awareness, healthy relationships, and reporting mechanisms. Early impact studies in Lagos State schools point to meaningful reductions in GBV incidents and heightened awareness among students and educators.

By embedding prevention education into school routines, the program fosters long-lasting behavioral change, helping young people grow into informed, empathetic adults who uphold respect and safety in their communities. WESP is currently being scaled to more secondary schools nationwide.