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As part of the ongoing Police Week activities, close to 120 members of Community Policing Committees (CPCs) from Bugesera District have been urged to strengthen their role in curbing crimes by enhancing their cooperation with the Police to identify and address issues related to gender based violence.
The call was made by the District Community Liaison Officer (DCLO ) of Bugesera Inspector of Police(IP) Jeannine Nyiramugisha during a meeting held on June 1.
She noted that by fighting drug abuse they will be tackling GBV from the source.
“If we are to address the problem of GBV and child abuse, we need to get to the source of its causes to address it effectively,” IP Nyiramugisha said.
She added that, “Effects of GBV can go as far as affecting the development and well being of communities."
"A victim of psychological or physical violence may not be in position to perform effectively or even contribute to the development of the household and community. This could as well be the same case to a child who is abused or mistreated," she said.
IP Nyiramugisha reminded them that to have crime-free villages, there is need for stronger partnership, coordination and sharing information on all crimes.
“GBV can be effectively addressed if every citizen breaks the silence and report such cases that happen in their homes and communities. Whenever you hear of any family misunderstanding, you should find a way to address it if it's in your jurisdiction, or report to other authorities before it erupts into something violent,” she said.
She went on to say that; “You cannot work in isolation and expect remarkable results, and that’s why as police, we work with everyone but also count on you to work with the people to feel that gap where police can’t be at all time.”
At the end of the meeting, members of CPCs recommitted to embark on intense sensitization campaigns within their communities and identify families that are embroiled in wrongs so as they could get help.
