AWLA Rivers

AWLA RIVERS AT THE LAUNCH OF THE RIVERS STATE SEXUAL ASSAULT REFERRAL CENTRE!

The African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA) Nigeria, Rivers State Branch, was honored to participate in a landmark event today, November 4, 2025.

Our Coordinator (Gloria Anuri Ohia Amb P. MCIArb (UK) FICMC proudly on the invitation of the Ministry of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation,
represented AWLA Rivers at the "Opening of the Rivers State Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC)".

This occasion underscores the crucial role of collaborative efforts in the fight against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in Rivers State.

AWLA Rivers is a great partner in this vital mission. The establishment of the SARC is a significant step forward, and we commend the Ministry of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation for its commitment to providing a dedicated, safe, and supportive resource for survivors.

We look forward to collaborating closely with the ministry to ensure that survivors receive the comprehensive legal support, advocacy, and guidance they need.

AWLA Rivers remains dedicated to upholding the rights of women and children and tirelessly advocating for justice and an end to SGBV in our state.

Join us in celebrating this important milestone and follow our page for updates on how we continue to contribute to a safer, more equitable society!

Dr.Endurance E-Chinda,
Public Relations Officer,
AWLA Rivers.

*AWLA Rivers at the 2025 AWLA Nigeria Parley*

The African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA) Nigeria organized a Parley on August 27, 2025, at Villa Toscana Hotel Event Centre in Aguleri, Enugu, during the NBA AGC in Enugu State.

The theme for the event was "Unleash Your Inner Hero, Strategize, Overcome and Evolve."

AWLA Rivers State Coordinator, Gloria Añuri Ohia Amb P. MCIArb (UK) FICMC, who led AWLA Rivers to the event, was part of those who won the AWLA Nigeria PARLEY 2025 Award as the _Most Outstanding Performance_, while Dr. Endurance Endwell-Chinda, AWLA Rivers Public Relations Officer, was one of the five AWLANs who won the AWLA Nigeria PARLEY 2025 Raffle Draw.

During the Parley, notable and cerebral speakers, some of whom were Former Minister for Information Mr. Frank Nweke Jnr, Prof. Foluke Dada-Lawanson, Aare Olumuyiwa Akinboro, SAN, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, and Lateef Omoyemi Akangbe, SAN, made impactful presentations that resonated with us not just as AWLANs but as women who are life-changing, destiny-shaping, and game-changing.

Excerpts from the speakers' presentations emphasized that every woman has something extraordinary in her, hence the need to _unleash_ it, and in doing so, she must be confronted with and overcome challenges to _evolve_ and stand out and stand tall.

The event was well-attended by AWLANs from the Bench and Bar, including a quality audience drawn from different industries and walks of life.

The program was indeed a huge success.

Dr.Endurance E-Chinda,
Public Relations Officer,
AWLA Rivers.