Awareness raising in Cyprus – ΣΠΑΣΕ ΤΗ ΣΙΩΠΗ! ΔΕΝ ΕΙΣΑΙ ΜΟΝΗ #ΑWayOutOfViolence

Gender-based violence (GBV) is a pervasive issue affecting individuals worldwide, with increasing incidence in Cyprus and devastating consequences for victims and communities. In response to this urgent challenge, our organisation is launching a comprehensive awareness campaign aimed at combating GBV in all its forms. Through education, advocacy, and support, we are dedicated to creating a safer society for everyone, especially women, girls, and children.

Our campaign was driven by a clear set of goals:

  • Educating the Public: We aim to increase understanding and awareness of GBV, including its various forms such as domestic violence and online violence.
  • Empowering Victims: We seek to empower victims of GBV by providing access to resources, support services, avenues for reporting and seeking help and ways to identify the different ways through which GBV can manifest.
  • Challenging Stereotypes: By challenging harmful stereotypes and societal norms that perpetuate GBV, we strive to create a culture of respect, equality, and accountability.
  • Fostering Community Support: We aim to mobilise communities to take action against GBV, fostering a sense of solidarity and collective action.

Our campaign has already made significant progress in improving awareness, as evidenced by the interaction with our social media posts. Our support services have provided essential assistance to survivors, offering a lifeline to those in need of help and support.

As we continue our campaign to combat gender-based violence, we remain committed to our mission of creating a society where everyone can live free from fear and violence.

Together, we can make a difference and build a future where respect, equality, and safety are the norm for everyone, especially women, girls, and children.

SPAVO is proud to lead this vital effort in Cyprus, and we invite you to join us in our fight against gender-based violence.

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