“Men have to belong in sectors and forums to build character and capacitate their lack of participation in the family nucleus structures. We need more men to take up active citizenship roles or local hero roles. The young boys growing up seek men to look up to as role models.”
The event, which took place on November 22, was part of the National Men's Walk, a campaign that celebrates the unity of men's sectors and forums in overcoming social injustices.
The walk saw nearly 10,000 men from diverse backgrounds participating to raise awareness, promote education and dialogue and create safe spaces for men and boys.
Lerole vows to continue his efforts in 2025.
“Our work is far from over. We must continue to raise awareness, educate and take action against GBVF. It's a collective responsibility and we must work together to create a safer, more just society for all.
“Activism and advocacy are my core focus. Educating South Africans from government, the corporate sector, faith-based organisation, men's forums and sectors. We encourage victims and survivors of GBVF to speak out and have a voice. It's high time we stop harbouring [criminals] in our communities.”
Tebogo Lerole's fight against GBVF is far from over
'Men are largely the missing element and force needed to conquer GBVF'
Image: Instagram/ Tebogo Lerole
As the 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) come to a close, Tebogo Lerole's dedication to this cause does not end here.
Through his Act Now Foundation, the musician-turned-activist has been working to spread awareness about and combat GBVF in South Africa.
Throughout the year, Lerole has hosted events aimed at fighting this plague and he shows no signs of slowing down.
His most recent event, held in partnership with Uber, brought together key stakeholders, including the South African National Aids Council men's sector, the National Men's Forums of South Africa and AmaTyma to address GBVF, men's health and socioeconomic issues.
“Men are largely the missing element and force needed to conquer GBVF. The sooner men start taking a stand and accountability for their actions the quicker we will end violence targeted at women and children,” he told TimesLIVE.
“We need to advance programmes that change the behaviour of men who are perpetrators of these crimes and by rallying more men as GBVF ambassadors we will quickly advance the war on GBVF.
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“Men have to belong in sectors and forums to build character and capacitate their lack of participation in the family nucleus structures. We need more men to take up active citizenship roles or local hero roles. The young boys growing up seek men to look up to as role models.”
The event, which took place on November 22, was part of the National Men's Walk, a campaign that celebrates the unity of men's sectors and forums in overcoming social injustices.
The walk saw nearly 10,000 men from diverse backgrounds participating to raise awareness, promote education and dialogue and create safe spaces for men and boys.
Lerole vows to continue his efforts in 2025.
“Our work is far from over. We must continue to raise awareness, educate and take action against GBVF. It's a collective responsibility and we must work together to create a safer, more just society for all.
“Activism and advocacy are my core focus. Educating South Africans from government, the corporate sector, faith-based organisation, men's forums and sectors. We encourage victims and survivors of GBVF to speak out and have a voice. It's high time we stop harbouring [criminals] in our communities.”
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