Denise NSANGA | 27/11/2024
On November 25, 2024, Enabel partnered with
districts in Rwanda to launch the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based
Violence (GBV). The events, held in Gisagara District (Southern Province) and
Rusizi District (Western Province), embraced the national theme, “All
for GBV-Free Families.” This
theme underscores the importance of family cohesion and collective
responsibility in preventing conflict and addressing GBV.The activities featured dynamic and
engaging sessions, including walks, songs, role plays, personal testimonies,
and speeches, all delivering powerful anti-GBV messages. Participants also
accessed family planning services to empower families—particularly women—to
make informed reproductive choices, reducing dependency and addressing power
imbalances that often lead to GBV. Mental health services were also provided at
the sites for GBV victims. In addition, radio programs were broadcast
on community radio stations to raise public awareness of the prevention and
management of GBV, including the accessibility of health and justice services. The events brought together a diverse group
of participants, including youth, especially students, local leaders, Community
Health Workers, Friends of Families, teen mothers, parents, and representatives
from security organs.The 16 Days of Activism Against
Gender-Based Violence is an annual global campaign led by civil society. It
begins on November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence
Against Women, and concludes on December 10, Human Rights Day. The campaign
seeks to highlight that violence against women is one of the most pervasive
human rights violations worldwide.First launched in 1991 during the inaugural
Women’s Global Leadership Institute, the campaign has grown into a global
movement, mobilizing individuals, organizations, and international partners,
including the United Nations. This year, it aligns with the global theme, “Towards 30 Years of the Beijing Declaration
and Platform for Action: Unite to End Violence Against Women,” reinforcing
the urgent call to eliminate violence against women and girls.
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