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Cuamba gains a safe space for women and girls

A new Safe Space for Women and Girls was opened in Cuamba, Niassa, under the ResiNorte project, implemented by GCR with UNFPA and funding from the European Union, offering confidential reception, psychosocial support, legal guidance and referral.

19 Jun 2025 · Cuamba, Niassa

Guests seated in front of the tent of the new safe space during the opening ceremony in Cuamba, seen from behind
Photo: GCR

In Cuamba district, Niassa province, a new Safe Space for Women and Girls was officially opened. The space is an initiative of the ResiNorte project, implemented by Girl Child Rights (GCR) in partnership with UNFPA and with funding from the European Union.

The opening ceremony

The ceremony brought together government authorities, community leaders, representatives of partner organisations and dozens of members of the local community.

The services available

The Cuamba Safe Space offers:

  • confidential reception;
  • psychosocial support;
  • legal guidance;
  • referral to specialised services.

A place to be heard and supported

In the safe space, survivors of gender-based violence (GBV) are heard and receive support.

About the project

ResiNorte is implemented by GCR in partnership with UNFPA and funded by the European Union.

GCR team and partners in front of the Cuamba District Government building
GCR team and partners in front of the Cuamba District Government building · Photo: GCR

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