The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency received a strategic courtesy visit from the Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education.

The delegation was led by the Permanent Secretary, Dokunmu-Adegbite, underscoring the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening child protection and safeguarding frameworks within the education sector.

The engagement created an important platform to deepen collaboration around safeguarding, child protection, and the prevention of Sexual and Gender Based Violence within schools across Lagos State.

Discussions focused on strengthening reporting pathways, improving referral mechanisms, and equipping educators with the knowledge and tools needed to identify early warning signs of abuse.

Both teams explored practical steps to reinforce safe school environments where students can learn without fear, and where cases are handled promptly, professionally, and with confidentiality.

The visit reaffirmed a shared commitment to proactive prevention, structured response systems, and continuous capacity building within the education sector.

Protecting children requires alignment, accountability, and sustained collaboration, and this engagement marks another step toward safer schools across Lagos State.