Abstract
Domestic violence remains a pervasive issue in Nigeria, with Kaduna Metropolis witnessing a troubling rise in cases across diverse socio-economic groups. This study explores the critical role of community support in mitigating domestic violence, emphasising the contributions of religious institutions, Non-Governmental Organisations, and local leaders. Using a qualitative research design, data were collected through interviews, focus groups, and surveys involving 60 participants, including survivors, community leaders, and service providers. Findings reveal that community support significantly enhances victim recovery, increases reporting rates, and fosters preventive awareness. However, challenges such as cultural stigma, limited resources, and inconsistent enforcement of protective laws hinder effectiveness. The study concludes that community-based interventions are indispensable in addressing domestic violence, particularly when integrated with formal legal and health systems. It recommends capacity building for community actors, sustained public awareness campaigns, stronger legal-community linkages, increased resource allocation, and the development of monitoring frameworks to evaluate impact. These measures are essential for fostering a coordinated and sustainable response to domestic violence in Kaduna Metropolis.
Keywords
Domestic Violence, Community Support, Kaduna Metropolis, Gender-Based Violence, NGOs.
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IRE Journals:
Halimah Safiyan, Dr. Khadija Ibrahim "Importance of Community Support in Addressing Domestic Violence in Kaduna Metropolis" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 3 2025 Page 2209-2218 https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I3-1710642
IEEE:
Halimah Safiyan, Dr. Khadija Ibrahim
"Importance of Community Support in Addressing Domestic Violence in Kaduna Metropolis" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(3) https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I3-1710642
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