Petition against rape video game launched
This follows the creation of the controversial Rape Day online video game, which is set for launch later this year, despite global condemnation.
Avon recently announced its commitment to the 1 000 Women Trust petition.
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The petition aims to change local legislation to ban the release and availability of any video game that promotes violence against women.
This follows the creation of the controversial Rape Day online video game, which is set for launch later this year, despite global condemnation.
“As responsible corporate citizens, we simply could not stand by while platforms that glorify violence and rape actually exist in our world,” said Avon’s Katlego Modipane.
He added that the company supports the work of the 1 000 Women Trust in raising awareness for violence against women.
“This initiative is also especially poignant in light of recent cultural movements to highlight sexual harassment and abuse such as #MeToo.”
Tina Thiart of the 1 000 Women Trust said the petition will be handed over to multiple influential parties, which include the Minister of Women in the Presidency, the Minister of Communications and Telecommunications and the United Nations.
“The issue of rape is not a game and, with statistics revealing that an estimated 40 per cent of South African women will be raped in their lifetime, this sort of platform will not only further contribute to the societal problem, but also drive desensitisation among youth.”
To support the campaign, sign the petition at https://my.avon.co.za/standforher and, when sharing on social media platforms, use the hashtags #RapeisNotaGame and #stand4her.
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