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HYDERABAD, Dec 01 (APP):On the occasion of the 16 Days of Activism, a special program was organized under the directives of provincial minister for women development Shahina Sher Ali, by the In-charge of women complaint cell and safe house Jamshoro Syeda Quratulain Shah, focusing on women’s rights and protection.
According to a handout issued on Monday, during the event, the In-charge women complaint cell Syeda Quratulain Shah said that under the leadership of provincial minister Shahina Sher Ali, special measures were being taken to inform women about the available facilities in the department, legal aid and protection procedures.
She explained that the purpose of the program was to empower women and girls, raise awareness among them and encourage them to speak out against violence. The main theme of the program was “Digital Violence,” and was attended by civil society members, media persons and government officials.
On this occasion, the Regional Head of Strengthening Participatory Organization (SPO) Amjad Baloch said that during the 16 Days of Activism, the non-governmental organization SPO was promoting awareness and education in the community through its various projects. The goal of this campaign was to empower youth and women about their rights, protection and prevention of violence.
He stated that their organization spreads the message through awareness-raising activities, training sessions and educational programs that education was the key to closing the doors of oppression and injustice.
The standing committee chairperson for the women development department Farah Suhail said that the 16 days of activism was a global pledge to end all forms of violence against women and girls, and these days remind us that it was necessary to raise our voice against oppression, whether it occurs at home or in society.
SPO’s lawyer Kalpana Devi said that on the occasion of the 16 days of activism, special focus was being placed on the effective implementation of laws related to the protection of women. She added that the government had strict laws against domestic violence, harassment and gender-based violence, and police, social institutions and support services were strengthened to ensure their enforcement.
Participants in the program also expressed their views, highlighting the importance of legislation, the role of the community and institutional cooperation.