16 days against violence: Community for women's rights in our city

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In Wiener Neustadt, numerous initiatives make a strong sign against violence on women and children. Actions and events are organized as part of the 16 days against violence.
In Wiener Neustadt, numerous initiatives make a strong sign against violence on women and children. Actions and events are organized as part of the 16 days against violence. (Symbolbild/DNAT)

On Monday, the international campaign "16 days against violence" was launched in Wiener Neustadt, which focuses on every single case of violence against women and children. This action runs over a period of 16 days and is intended to draw attention to the ubiquitous problem of physical and psychological violence.

This year there is an urgent reason to talk about it: Unbelievable 26 women have already been murdered in Austria. This frightening number clearly shows that violence against women is still an urgent social problem. Organizations and parties have therefore planned a variety of events and promotions to raise awareness of this topic and offer affected support.

actions for sensitization

In Wiener Neustadt, several prominent personalities gathered, including Cultural City Councilor Franz Piribauer and representatives of women's organizations to make their voice hearing against violence. One of the main actors, women's city councilor Erika Buchinger, emphasized how important it was that these topics are not forgotten. "We have to stop seeing violence against women and children," she said at the opening event.

The campaign not only serves to clarify, but also to show those affected that they are not alone. Various events and lectures are intended to exhibit tips and help to support women and children who live in violent situations.

The fact that men can also be part of the solution is also highlighted. Workshops discuss how men can change their role and become advocate for non -violent relationships. Such initiatives are necessary to promote a comprehensive understanding of this problem.

Overall, a variety of characters will be set in the coming days to give the victims a voice. At the same time, donation campaigns and benefit events are to be carried out, the proceeds of which flow directly to aid organizations that work for the rights and protection of women and children.

The campaigns and events in Wiener Neustadt are part of a global movement that wants to draw attention to an urgent social problem. Details are still sparse, however www.noen.at that numerous partner organizations in the city and beyond are involved in this campaign. Together they set strong signs against violence and reaffirm the commitment to a non -violent society.