EDR centre
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The Equality Development and Research Centre (EDR Centre) has organised an anti-bullying training programme at Meadowlands Secondary School, Durumi, Abuja, aimed at fostering inclusivity and mutual respect among students.
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In a bid to combat bullying in schools and promote a culture of inclusivity and mutual respect, the Equality Development and Research Centre
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Worried by the rising incidents of bullying among school students, Nigeria's Equality Development and Research Centre (EDR Centre) has declared war against bullying among school students in the country. The war was declared by the centre with the commencement of in-depth anti-bullying training across schools in the country to foster an environment of respect and…
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