3rd Annual Campaign
Against Sexual Violence
Cases of sexual violence are all too frequent in the communities of Santa Cruz, yet it is still a taboo subject that victims and their families are scared to talk about. In response to rising cases three years ago, we began to organize a yearly Campaign Against Sexual Violence in the communities of Santa Cruz that takes place every November and December. The campaign seeks to break the silence and say loud and clear that sexual violence is a crime and should be reported.
Over the next few weeks, our campaign is raising awareness through videos, radio spots, posters, and banners across the seven Santa Cruz villages. Our staff and volunteers are also speaking to local people to raise awareness about what sexual violence is and the resources available for victims, ensuring that the campaign reaches those that are unable to read.
Not everyone in the community likes this campaign and some have sought to silence our team. Yet we know that we must continue to speak up, to work toward putting an end to sexual violence in Santa Cruz.
