How Africa's Men Are Helping to End Gender-Based Violence Uganda
Village Headman Patete from the district of Machinga in Malawi has for a long time campaigned in his community for recognition of the importance of equality between girls and boys. To support him in his quest to support girls' education,, funded by the European Union has given him an opportunity to attend a training session. As a pillar of his community, his opinion is important in changing the way men and boys think about the role of women and girls.
In Uganda's Kitgum District, the Spotlight Initiative, UN Women and the Uganda Police Force engaged male vendors on ending violence against women and girls, as part of a 16 Days of Activism. The champions were equipped with the skills to act as role models and change agents for other men in their communities.
"Being a male champion means reporting forms of abuse, acting as a source of change and inspiration for men, and being a role model for mindset change. It also means advocating for the rights of women and girls, and working to increase their visibility in society," said local government Community Development Officer, Wilfred Nyeko.
Under the Spotlight Initiative, UN Women and the Uganda Police Force engage male vendors on ending violence against women and girls as part of a 16 Days of Activism police caravan…
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