Police embark on 16 Days of Activism campaign
The main purpose of the day was to really create awareness on women and children abuse.
The Randfontein SAPS together with Randfontein Traffic Department, Community Works Project (CWP) and other relevant stakeholders embarked on a massive campaign to commemorate the 16 Days of Activism against Women and Children Abuse and brought traffic to a standstill on the Main Road in Randfontein
This was to kick off the 16 Days campaign which is officially started on 25 November and ends on 10 December.
According to Randfontein SAPS spokesperson Captain Appel Ernst, the event was a massive success and she appreciates the support received from other stakeholders.
“The main purpose of the day was to create awareness about abuse and I think that we lived up to our mandate.
“We received much support and I believe that the relevant message was conveyed.
“I also hope that people will speak up against abuse and other social ills,” says Ernst
Randfontein Traffic Chief Kenny Mampondo also spoke to the Herald and said that their visibility as traffic officers during the campaign was not only to admister traffic but it also to show support for the cause.
“I for one believe that we all have a responsibility to report abuse and help to root it out of our communities.
Meanwhile, those who joined in on the rally were carrying placards with the message ‘Don’t look away, act against violence’ and ‘Yes we are children however not objects’ to mark their stance.
In line with the 16 Days campaign, the police urge that people show support during this period by wearing a white ribbon as a symbol of peace and a commitment not to take part or condone violence against women and children.
Ernst also calls for a safe environment in communities were crime is reported as it happens.
