Zonta Club of Accra II engages youth to combat gender-based violence

As part of the 16 Days of Activism, the Zonta Club of Accra II, Ghana, conducted an awareness campaign in three junior high schools, urging students to report domestic violence cases. Both boys and girls were advised to speak up to parents, community elders or teachers, with escalation to the Police or Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit when necessary, accompanied by an adult.

Students learned about real cases of gender-based violence, including defilement, rape and physical assault, in an interactive session that included a Q&A segment. Some students reported incidents, which were passed on to school heads for follow-up and counseling. The session concluded with a call to action, as students and Zontians raised their hands to say NO to Violence Against Women and Girls.

In collaboration with other Zonta Clubs in Ghana, the National Theatre was illuminated in orange to raise awareness and amplify the message of the campaign.

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