Police, correctional services department march against gender-based violence
One marcher says, “Men must stop abusing women. We must love and respect each other.”
Members of the Modderbee Correctional Services, along with members of the Springs Police, marched down Wit Road on Thursday morning in solidarity against gender-based violence.
The march started at the Sasol garage and marchers made their way to Modderbee Correctional Services.
The road was closed to traffic and the marchers were escorted by police vehicles.
Marchers held up placards saying, ‘Am I next?’, ‘Stop violence against women’ and many more.
One marcher says: “Men must stop abusing women. We must love and respect each other.
“We need women as much as they need us.”
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The marchers made their way to Modderbee Correctional Services Mess Hall, where they were offered food and refreshments.
This opportunity was also used by various speakers who tackled the growing issue of gender-based violence plaguing South Africa.
The stand-out speaker was rape survivor Sixolile Mbalo who gave a testimony on her experiences, which are further detailed in her book Dear Bullet.
Mbalo says, “I want to share my story with people to let them know that gender-based violence is not acceptable, and I hope that victims can learn from my experiences and will be inspired to come forward for help.”
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South Africa’s shocking gender based violence statistics
She adds, “I think women need to stand together and raise their voices together, if we want to make any sort of difference in our community.”
The event focused on raising awareness of these issues and encouraged victims to come forward with their stories.
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