Municipalities in the Bruck district with distinction against violence to women

Municipalities in the Bruck district with distinction against violence to women

On December 2, 2024, a total of 89 municipalities were awarded for their outstanding commitment to violence on women on the initiative of Women's Councilor Christiane Teschl-Hofmeister in St. Pölten. Among the honored communities are located from the Bruck district on the Leitha: Schwechat, Gramatneusiedl, Au/Leithaberge and Hainburg/Donau. This award reflected the meaning that the preventive measures against violence in the region have, such as meinbezirk.at reported.

The badges that can be attached as visible signs of commitment to municipal offices are a symbol for the 7.5 implementation methods that were carried out on average per municipality. These include the distribution of information materials, the organization of sensitization events and the creation of joint initiatives against local violence. The importance of civil courage was emphasized at the event, while Teschl-Hofmeister encouraged the communities to remain active and take responsibility, as well as Noen.at

commitment in other districts

A total of twelve communities from the Mistelbach district were awarded for similar measures, which illustrates the broad support and the endeavors of regions against violence against women. Mayor and municipal councils were proud of their initiatives, which not only contribute to sensitization, but also to the active prevention of violence. The awarding of the badges not only symbolizes recognition, but also an obligation to constantly work in the fight against domestic violence.