Thread by @HermanMashaba

Let us be honest, South Africa remains a patriarchal society where women are often treated as second-class citizens!

We must overcome gender inequality in the workplace, the scourge of GBV & femicide.

We must work to #PutSouthAfricanWomenFirst!

m.thepeoplesdialogue.org.za/News/Article/50

I want to share some of the ideas that came out of today's discussion:

1. Teaching children from a young age to challenge traditional gender roles & RESPECT one another

Challenging gender inequality must begin at a young age if we are to raise a society based on mutual respect!

2. The introduction of self-defence classes to empower young girls to defend themselves against sexual abuse and GBV.

3. Overhauling the SAPS training program with an improved curriculum related to the handling of GBV.

This must be coupled with additional sensitivity training for other emergency- and healthcare workers, and improved trauma- and GBV counselling at police stations and hospitals!

4. Adopting “Early Intervention” mechanisms & providing additional funding for Safe Houses for women who are the victims of GBV.

This is central to preventing femicide, particularly in rural areas that lack the facilities and resources to adequately deal with these challenges.

5. More stringent requirements for the granting of bail to alleged perpetrators of GBV.

6. The introduction of mentorship programs where successful women can empower young girls and assist them in unlocking their potential.

7. Working towards improved representation of women in leadership positions through incentivising training and professional development of women through tax incentives.

Which do you agree with? Let me know.