Jos South Women Empowered as Amb. Mercy Dung Silas Leads Digital Safety Campaign

The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence took a significant and inspiring dimension in Jos South as Amb. Mrs. Mercy Dung Silas led a powerful outreach at the JMDB New Market to raise awareness on the urgent need to ensure safety for women in digital spaces.

In her remarks, Amb. Mrs. Silas emphasized that as society becomes increasingly digital, women and girls face new forms of threats including cyberbullying, online harassment, privacy violations, and digital exploitation. She highlighted that these challenges demand collective action from community stakeholders, government agencies, civil society organizations, and the general public.

The outreach was organized under the umbrella of the global 16 Days of Activism campaign, which runs annually from November 25 to December 10. Through Ave Melama Multipurpose Cooperative, Amb. Mrs. Silas has remained committed to empowering women economically, socially, and digitally. This edition further strengthened that commitment by focusing on digital safety, responsible online behavior, and the importance of reporting cyber-related abuses.

The event featured sensitization talks, distribution of awareness materials, interactive discussions with market women, and advocacy messages encouraging safer online practices. Participants were urged to protect their digital identities, speak out against online abuse, and support one another in creating safer digital communities in Jos South.

Amb. Mrs. Silas also reiterated the administration’s dedication to supporting initiatives that protect women both offline and online, stressing that digital empowerment and safety are essential components of modern community development.

The outreach was widely applauded by traders, community leaders, and participants who commended the proactive approach and the relevance of the theme in today’s digital age.

The 2025 edition of the 16 Days of Activism in Jos South successfully amplified the call for a secure and inclusive digital environment for women. Through the leadership of Amb. Mrs. Mercy Dung Silas, the campaign created heightened awareness and inspired community commitment to safeguarding women and girls in digital spaces.