Light against violence: Mistelbach Clinic shows solidarity for those affected

Light against violence: Mistelbach Clinic shows solidarity for those affected

In a strong message against the widespread violence of women, the State Clinic Mistelbach-Gänserndorf is again involved in the global campaign "Orange the World" this year. This initiative aims to draw attention to gender -specific violence, one of the most common human rights violations. State Councilor Christiane Teschl-Hofmeister emphasizes that every fifth woman in Austria from the age of 15 is affected by psychological, physical or sexual violence. In order to show solidarity, from November 25th, the international day against violence on women, until December 10th, the international day of human rights, the buildings are wrapped in orange light, such as MeinDzirk.at reported.

To support this important topic, the Lower Austrian State Health Agency has founded a working group since 2020, which deals intensively with victim protection. Especially in the time of the campaign, the employees of the Clinic -colored button have a visible sign against violence and offer a safe contact point for domestic violence. A symbolic act was also carried out in St. Pölten, in which governor Johanna Mikl-Leitner and her colleagues had the flag of Terre de Femmes to clarify that every day should be a day against violence on women, like wn24.at reported.

Support for those affected

Lower Austria has an extensive network of women's advice centers and violence -protection centers that offer those affected fast and uncomplicated help. The efforts to raise awareness are continuous because awareness of the problem must continue to be promoted. The country has also created information materials in different languages to inform women about support offers. It is essential that children are informed about violence at an early stage in order to avoid future violent situations. "There is never a justification for violence," said State Councilor Ulrike Königsberger-Ludwig.
The Mistelbach-Gänserndorf Clinic plays a crucial role as the first point of contact and offers women the opportunity to talk about their experiences in a safe environment. The aim is to promote a culture of the conversation and to reduce the stigmatization of victims by openly addressing violence.