The Chatsworth SAPS, in partnership with various other organisations, hosted a campaign to address crimes against women and children in commemoration of the abuse, last week.
Teaming up with local police were the Department of Community Safety and Liaison, the Chatsworth SAPS Youth Crime Forum, Department of Social Development, Aryan Benevolent Homes, Chatsworth Community Policing Forum, Chatsworth Victim Friendly Facility, KwaZulu-Natal Liquor Board, eThekwini Safer Cities, SANCA, as well as members of the community who spoke in one common voice to end the scourge of violence in Chatsworth and across the country.
The various speakers from their respective offices spoke of their roles in an integrated approach to act pro-actively in order to to curb the scourge of gender-based violence. The team from Social Crime Prevention based at Chatsworth Police Station emphasised and highlighted the relationship between drugs, alcohol and crime. Studies show that drugs and alcohol have an adverse effect on events leading to criminal acts of gender-based violence. Police are encouraging the community to speak out against any from of violence.
The acting Station Commander of Chatsworth SAPS, Colonel Khumalo, reassured the community that police remain committed to protecting women and children in society. “Silence hides violence therefore this integrated approach with stakeholders aims to assist victims of abuse. This creates an avenue for victims to reach out for help. Do not become a statistic. My team will ensure that you are safe from harm,” he said.
For assistance with domestic violence or social crimes, contact the Chatsworth Victim Friendly Facility on 031-451-4229.
