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Women And The War On Boko Haram: A Devastating Conflict And A Struggle For Survival

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The war on Boko Haram has had a devastating impact on women and girls in Nigeria. The terrorist group has abducted, raped, and killed thousands of women, and many more have been displaced from their homes.

Women and the War on Boko Haram: Wives, Weapons, Witnesses (African Arguments)

by Alan Draper

4.7 out of 5

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Those who have managed to escape the violence often face stigma and discrimination, and they struggle to rebuild their lives. This article tells the stories of some of these women and explores the challenges they face.

It also examines the role that women are playing in the fight against Boko Haram, both as victims and as survivors.

The Impact Of Boko Haram On Women

The abductions of schoolgirls by Boko Haram have received international attention, but the group has also abducted thousands of women and girls who are not students. These women are often forced to marry Boko Haram fighters, and they are subjected to sexual violence and other forms of abuse.

In addition to the abductions, Boko Haram has also carried out mass killings of women and girls. In one attack in 2014, the group killed over 200 women and girls in the town of Chibok.

The war has also displaced millions of people, and women and girls are disproportionately affected by displacement. They are more likely to be separated from their families, and they are more likely to face violence and abuse in displacement camps.

The Challenges Faced By Women Who Have Escaped Boko Haram

Women who have managed to escape Boko Haram often face stigma and discrimination. They may be seen as damaged goods, and they may be rejected by their families and communities.

They may also struggle to find work and housing, and they may have difficulty accessing education and healthcare.

In addition to these challenges, women who have escaped Boko Haram may also suffer from psychological trauma. They may have witnessed violence and abuse, and they may have lost loved ones.

The Role Of Women In The Fight Against Boko Haram

Despite the challenges they face, women are playing a vital role in the fight against Boko Haram. They are speaking out about the violence, and they are working to provide support to other survivors.

Women are also playing a role in the security forces, and they are helping to protect their communities from Boko Haram.

The role of women in the fight against Boko Haram is essential. They are victims of the violence, but they are also survivors. They are resilient, and they are determined to build a better future for themselves and their families.

Those who have managed to escape the violence often face stigma and discrimination, and they struggle to rebuild their lives. However, these women are resilient, and they are determined to build a better future for themselves and their families.

Women and the War on Boko Haram: Wives, Weapons, Witnesses (African Arguments)

by Alan Draper

4.7 out of 5