EMPD supports 16 Days of Activism
How to play your part against GBV with the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children Campaign upon us.
The EMPD urges locals to take action to support the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children Campaign observed from November 25 to December 10.
How to play your part, according to the EMPD:
• Reject and report abusers. Act and don’t look away.
• Do not protect abusers, report them.
• Sign the pledge against GBV. Do not engage in abusive activities and become an abuser. Stop the abuse.
• Challenge and denounce cultural practices that perpetuate gender inequalities.
• Be sensitive and supportive of GBV victims. Share helpful information and support causes near you.
• Seek personal help to change harmful behaviours such as alcohol and substance abuse.
• Teach children the values of gender equality.
• Protect children from exposure to violence and harmful content on the internet and social media, including pornography and sexual solicitation.
• Develop policies to prevent and deal with GBV in your sector, workplace and communities.
• Organise targeted community outreach and dialogues on solutions towards a gender-equal society.
