WARS

19/09/2026

Some signs are easy to see.

Others are hidden behind silence, changed behaviour, fear, withdrawal, or struggles that people around us may not immediately understand.

When someone is experiencing sexual abuse, they may not always have the words to explain what is happening. Sometimes, the signs show up long before a disclosure does.

Being informed helps us recognise when someone may need support, safety, and a trusted person to listen without judgement.

Read through to learn some signs that may indicate someone is experiencing sexual abuse.

If this helps you better support someone, save it, share it, and keep the conversation going.

If you need support or would like to speak with someone, send us a DM.

15/09/2026

12/09/2026

Sometimes, the question we ask can make a survivor feel blamed for what happened to them.

Instead of asking why they stayed, let’s learn to listen without judgment, avoid blame, and ask, “How can I support you?”

To every survivor: your story matters. There is hope, there is healing, and you are not alone.

May God strengthen you, heal every wounded place, and give you courage for the journey ahead. Amen.

07/09/2026

5% of women aged 15–49 in Nigeria have experienced sexual violence at some point in their lives, according to the 2024 Nigeria Demographic and Health Survey.

That number alone should make us pause.

Consent is one of those conversations we need to have more often. There’s still a lot we assume, overlook, or simply get wrong.

And sometimes, unlearning starts with being willing to have the conversation.

We’ve put together a few things worth thinking about. 👀

Swipe through to learn. ➡️

Read till the end, tell us what you think in the comments, and share this with someone who needs to see it.

02/09/2026

September is Domestic & Sexual Violence Awareness Month. 💜

At War Against R**e and Sexual Abuse (WARS), we continue to speak up, create awareness, support survivors, and advocate for safer communities where everyone can live free from violence and abuse.

Let’s challenge harmful norms, stand with survivors, and refuse to be silent.

Together, we can build communities where safety, dignity and respect are the standard.


**eandSexualAbuse

27/08/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday to our Founder & President, Wunmi Hassan-Bello! 🎂

Today, we celebrate an exceptional leader, advocate, and champion for a safer society. Thank you for your unwavering dedication, compassion, and commitment to the fight against r**e and sexual abuse.

May your new year be filled with greater impact, joy, fulfillment, and countless blessings. ❤️✨

With love and appreciation from all of us at War Against R**e and Sexual Abuse (WARS)

19/06/2026

Today, our founder was a guest on KSMC TV as we commemorated the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict.

The conversation highlighted a painful but urgent reality: r**e and sexual abuse, especially in contexts of insecurity and conflict, remain serious violations of human dignity. One message we continue to emphasize is clear; sexual violence is never the victim’s fault.

Thank God this is getting the required media attention because ending this crisis requires all of us. Government, NGOs, parents, communities, and individuals must work together to prevent abuse, support survivors, and ensure justice is served.

To further mark the day, we also carried out a child safety outreach where we engaged children on their body parts, personal boundaries, privacy, safety rules, and how to protect themselves from sexual abuse. The children were excited, fully engaged, and eager to learn.

It was a powerful reminder that age-appropriate education is one of the most effective tools we have in preventing abuse and keeping children safe.
Awareness is important; but action and collective responsibility are what truly create change.

**eandSexualAbuse

22/03/2026

https://thenewsicon.com/2026/03/21/war-against-r**e-and-sexual-abuse-condemns-alleged-sexual-violence-at-ozoro-festival/

03/12/2025

Every year, the 16 days of Activism against Gender-based violence is marked. This year’s theme is “UNITE to End Digital Violence Against Women and Girls”.
A lot of women have experienced digital violence and online abuse from shaming to deep fakes to even threats. We lend our voice and speak up against it.

**eandSexualAbuse