Edenvale Youth Desk to march for no violence against women and children

The Edenvale SAPS Youth Desk will host a march on November 24 to mark the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.

This is an international campaign to challenge violence against women and children.

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The campaign is held every year from November 25 to December 10.

Youth Desk spokesperson Danute Gawel urged the community to come out in their numbers to support this initiative on the day.

“The larger our group, the louder the message. The community has supported our previous campaigns and we would like them to support us during this important march,” said Danute.

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Those who will be taking part are urged to arrive at 12.30pm for 1pm.

The walk will start at the Spar in Dowerglen and move to the church on Elm Street.

Youth Desk’s chairperson Megan Ricciardi said even though the campaign runs for 16 days, it doesn’t mean it ends there.

“The campaign is only for 16 days but the fight against violence against women and children is an everyday fight.

“This is something we are passionate about,” said Megan.

Youth Desk members will also be at the Festival of lights on November 25.

For more information, contact social crime prevention co-ordinator for Edenvale SAPS, Sergeant Jacob Mashile on 061 514 6464 or the Youth Desk chairperson, Megan Ricciardi on 084 058 0518.

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