Paying tribute to grannies during 16 Days of Activism
As part of the 16 Days of Activism Campaign, grandmothers from Wattville were empowered and educated about violence against women and children, on Monday, December 8.
The event was hosted by the deputy minister of public enterprise, Bulelani Magwanishe, at the Wattville Day Care Centre.
Magwanishe highlighted the need for society to acknowledge and honour the elderly for their contribution within society.
“We hosted this event in order to thank the grannies who gave birth to our democracy and send a message that they should be protected and not alienated,” he said.
He further stated that everyone should take an active part in the fight against women and child abuse.
“This campaign is not the responsibility of government alone, but should be carried out by society as a whole; including men.
“That is why we are working with Men’s Forum, in order to change the mindset of men within society,” said Magwanishe.
The focus on grandmothers was aimed at highlighting their role within society, as caregivers, and to educate them on how to see the signs of abuse in young children and to also protect themselves from abuse.
