As the world marks 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, Nakuru residents have been urged to report such cases when they happen.
The 16 days will end on December 8.Speaking on Wednesday during a youth sensitization forum on GBV courtesy of Women’s Empowerment Link, Afraha chief Timothy Kitetu said they want all cases reported in order for action to be taken.“Our appeal to the public is to report whenever they encounter such. As administrators we are playing our part and we commend the judiciary too for we have seen success in some of the cases and perpetrators sentenced,” Kitetu said.The sentiments were echoed by Iregi Mwenja, who works with Psychiatric Disability Organization.The organization addresses the mental aspect that emanates from gender-based violence.“As a society when we talk about GBV cases we only think about the physical health and we forget about the mental health that comes with the same. We therefore need to think on addressing the mental health,” said Mwenja.Julia Wangari, from Women’s Link Empowerment, said more focus should be given to the young people in the fight against GBV.“GBV is eating up our generation and we know with the young people they are the best to be sensitized so that we can change the attitude in the society,” she said.To report any gender-based violence, go to the nearest administrator such as chief, assistant chief or visit a police station.A victim can also reach out to lobby groups Women Empowerment Link among others that help those affected seek healing as well as justice.
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