The Super Ed (student society) at NMMU (George Campus), with the support of the university and fellow students are advocating a crusade against gender violence in partnership with the George Municipality’s Safe City initiative.
Two attention-grabbing events have already been scheduled.
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An enigmatic happening at the Garden Route Mall and Thembalethu Square on 26 Oct 2013 from 12:00
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A Silent Demonstration on York Circle (and nearby areas) on 01 Nov 2013, from 13:00
“It is heart-warming and encouraging to see young people, such as these NMMU students, visibly and publicly taking a stance against social ills such as abuse against women, children and vulnerable persons. Through their own initiative they are setting a sterling example and making a contribution towards breaking the silence on abuse that is prevalent in our communities. As municipality, we applaud them for making a stand on this important issue, and for strengthening our Safe City Initiative through their active participation and collaboration”, says Pieter Pepler, Gender and Disability Co-ordinator at the George Municipality.
Students and staff members during the ‘Silent March’ against gender-based violence held simultaneously early this year at NMMU George Campus, Port Elizabeth campuses of NMMU, and other universities in the eastern and southern Cape.