KZN MEC launches activism campaign in the Douglas area
The MEC called on men to be at the forefront of the fight and to serve as examples for other men.
Douglas, near Msinga, was the site of a 16 Days of Activism Campaign recently, against gender-based violence.
KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Arts, Culture, Sport and Recreation, Hlengiwe Mavimbela joined Msinga Mayor, Buyisiwe Ngcobo and Umzinyathi District Mayor, Petros Ngubane on a three kilometre walk around the area.
Mayor Ngcobo urged residents to fight against the scourge of violence aimed at women and children.
MEC Mavimbela, who is also the Operation Sukuma Sakhe Champion for the Umzinyathi District, has been outspoken in her support for victims of violence and abuse within the district.
“Today’s launch is aimed at launching the district-wide campaign, which will be adopted by the family of Umzinyathi municipalities to mobilise all sectors of the society in amplifying the message, and acting against violence directed at women and children.”
The MEC called on men to be at the forefront of the fight and to serve as examples for other men.
“We hope it will be the longest fight, where everyone takes responsibility to ensure women and children are protected by the broader society.”
In conclusion, Mayor Ngcobo commended the initiative and urged everyone to act responsibly, by reporting all crimes relating to abuse and violence perpetrated against women and children.
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