Residents speak out on GBV: ‘Men must be the change’
As South Africa mourns those affected by GBV, the Randfontein Herald asks a few residents for their views on the recent G20 Women's Shutdown.
The Randfontein Herald spoke to a few residents to hear their thoughts on gender-based violence (GBV) and the recent G20 Women’s Shutdown.
Dorothy Maabane said actions like the women’s shutdown can serve as an educational opportunity for those who may not fully understand what GBV entails. She added that such protests can help victims access the right resources and also help society come to terms with the devastating effects of this violence.
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“I actually think there should be more events like this so that awareness can be spread faster,” Maabane said.
Gawayne Peterson commented, “Those who abuse others because of gender differences should be punished.”
Naphtali Visser added, “I personally think it is too early to tell if the shutdown worked. The main aim is to stop GBV, and for that to happen, the culprits themselves need to change. The men should be the change.”
