INITIATIVE: Nepal: Protest Against Gender Violence Continues

Source: 
The Himalayan Times
Duration: 
Sunday, July 21, 2013 - 20:00
Countries: 
Asia
Southern Asia
Nepal
PeaceWomen Consolidated Themes: 
Sexual and Gender-Based Violence
Initiative Type: 
Appeals & Demonstrations

KATHMANDU: Women's rights activists today staged an hourlong sit-in at Hanumansthan, Anamnagar, from 12 pm, giving continuity to their campaign aimed at ending violence against women (VAW). Since April 29, they have been staging the sit-in every Monday calling on policymakers to take steps against VAW by establishing a fast track court and taking other measures like amending rape laws. According to the activists, the sit-in is part of their persistent struggle to end VAW. They argue that a fast track court is a must to ensure speedy judgement in VAW cases.

Today, around 100 activists gathered at Hanumansthan and chanted slogans demanding an end to VAW. During the protest, the activists urged citizens to join the protest and end all kinds of discrimination against women. The sit-in will continue next Monday.