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Piaui State in Brazil Fights Violence Against Women in "Agosto Lilas" Campaign

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A conversation circle was held with teenagers served by the Servos de Maria Fraternity in Teresina, Piaui, as part of the "Agosto Lilas" campaign to combat violence against women. The activity targeted young people between 11 and 18 years old, aiming to discuss Purple August, gender issues, and the identification of violence. The Piaui Women's Secretariat (Sempi) promoted the event, with the presence of the Servos de Maria Fraternity and the Solar das Acucenas - Valdirene Torquato Women's Care Center. The campaign seeks to raise awareness and combat violence against women, with a focus on prevention and addressing violence in dating.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Piaui Women's Secretariat (Sempi) organized a conversation circle with teenagers served by the Servos de Maria Fraternity to discuss Purple August, gender issues, and the identification of violence.
  • The event targeted young people between 11 and 18 years old, with the aim of raising awareness about violence against women and promoting prevention.
  • The conversation circle was part of the "Agosto Lilas" campaign, which seeks to combat violence against women in Piaui State.
  • The Servos de Maria Fraternity serves 220 families and over 300 adolescents, providing various services such as the Reference Center, the Brazilian Women's House, and the Shelter.
  • Joelfa Farias, manager of the State's Assistance Network for Women in Situations of Violence, highlighted the interest of adolescents in learning more about the topic and identifying signs of violence in dating.
  • Psychologist Debora Palhares, coordinator of Solar das Acucenas - Valdirene Torquato Women's Care Center, emphasized the importance of partnerships in fighting against violence.

Statistics:

  • The Servos de Maria Fraternity serves 220 families and over 300 adolescents in Piaui State.
  • The Reference Center, the Brazilian Women's House, and the Shelter are some of the services provided by the Servos de Maria Fraternity.
  • The Piaui Women's Secretariat (Sempi) promoted the event to raise awareness about violence against women in Piaui State.

Sources:

  • Piaui State Government. "Sempi promotes conversation circle on prevention of violence with adolescents of Servos de Maria Fraternity."

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