Picture: The North West MEC for Social Development, Lazarus Mokgosi
By BAKANG MOKOTO
North West MEC for Social Development, Lazarus Mokgosi is set to launch the annual 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children Campaign at Reivilo Golf Club in Taung on 28 November 2023. Mokgosi said the launch will be under the theme: “Accelerating actions to end Gender-Based Violence & Femicide (GBV&F): Leaving No One Behind”.
“The 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children is a United Nations campaign, which is held annually from 25 November (International Day for No Violence Against Women) to 10 December (International Human Rights Day).
“This year marks the 25th anniversary since South Africa initiated the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children campaign. The 16 Days campaign focuses on raising awareness on the devastating impact that GBV&F has on women and children, and the social fabric of our society,” he said.
Mokgosi further said, that as part of the activities of the day, they will visit the families of the survivors of GBV and the child-headed households in the area. He added that, a service delivery blitz will also be held on-site to enable residents to access government services from departments and state-owned entities.
“The launch of the 16 Days campaign is part of the department’s festive season campaign, which is aimed at educating the communities about the adverse effects of alcohol and substance abuse, responsible drinking, and spending during the festive season.
“The LGBTIQ+ community, a representative from the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), survivors of GBV, substance users, and political and religious leaders will attend the event.
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