GBV protest at Sophiatown Police Station unites women against abuse and violence
Women gathered in solidarity calling for action, safety, and an end to gender-based violence.
A powerful show of unity unfolded outside Sophiatown Police Station on November 21, where women gathered to protest gender-based violence (GBV) and call for an end to abuse in their communities.
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The protest brought together residents and local leaders who urged women from Westbury, Newclare, Claremont, Bosmont, and surrounding areas to stand together and raise their voices against violence.
Ward 82 councillor Marilyne Smouse praised the turnout and called for even greater community involvement. “It’s actually great what is happening here today. We’re just calling on more women in Westbury, Newclare, Claremont, Bosmont, and surrounding areas. Let us stand in solidarity and let us celebrate the ones that are not here today with us. Their lives matter.”
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She stressed the importance of calling the names of victims and honouring those who have lost their lives to violence, while encouraging women who suffer in silence to step forward.
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Smouse said female councillors are standing together to push for the opening of more facilities, such as safe houses, pointing out that many women remain silent about their abuse, even while standing among the crowd. “We just want to let them know that they are not on their own. We are here to support them. Enough is enough.”
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