On June 29, Domestic Violence coordinators Sergeant Makgabo Moila and Constable Nosiphiwe Makinana held a GBV awareness campaign together with victim support, Heidelberg SAPS communications officer Constable Doris Nkosi and LifeLine Vaal Triangle.
The role players visited Simpiwe Village to promote GBV awareness as well as on HIV and Aids.
During the roadshow, the community that attended the event participated in the programme with a positive outcome.
The aim was to educate the community on the root causes of GBV, sexist and discriminatory language, stopping abuse, HIV and Aids safety information, choosing preferred partners and activities, promoting safe sex, getting tested regularly and treatment options.
With GBV being a problem in society, it usually stems from male dominance, alcohol and the socialisation of men.
Society needs to learn to stand together against the abuse that many people find to be normal.
The community further needs to understand that what you say and how you say things can have a dire effect on someone close to you, and that includes gender name-calling.
With regards to HIV and Aids, a person needs to be selective with whom he or she wants to engage. Choose activities with the least risk possible. Use protection at all times. Get tested regularly and get treatment without fail.
If anyone needs to get help or advice contact SAPS toll-free on 01108 10111 or DSD toll-free on 0800 428 428.
To speak to a social worker and counselling contact 0800 428 428 (0800 GBV GBV) or request a social worker by dialling *120*7867# free from your cellphone.
