Community initiative launched to provide support network for victims of gender-based violence

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Minister of Human Services and Social Security Dr Vindhya Persaud (in foreground) holds the Community Advocates Network (CAN) pledge along with other ministers, foreign dignitaries and other officials at the Public Buildings, where the support initiative was launched as part of the annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (Ministry of Human Services and Social Security photo)
Minister of Human Services and Social Security Dr Vindhya Persaud (in foreground) holds the Community Advocates Network (CAN) pledge along with other ministers, foreign dignitaries and other officials at the Public Buildings, where the support initiative was launched as part of the annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (Ministry of Human Services and Social Security photo)

The Ministry of Human Services and Social Security (MoHSSS) yesterday launched a new initiative in an effort to ensure that support is provided at the community level for victims of gender-based violence.

The Community Advocates Network (CAN) was launched at the Public Buildings as part of the annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, which is being observed internationally from November 25 to December 10.

Persons desirous of joining the initiative can take the “CAN pledge” to never engage in or remain silent about violence against women and girls, thereby joining a support system for those in need of help.