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Domestic Violence Victims Urged to Call Helpline

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Suva, Fiji, May 3, 2021 -- If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Helpline number 1560 or the Child Helpline at 1325. This was the plea from Health Ministry permanent secretary Dr James Fong.

"When it comes to COVID, staying at home is the safest course for all of us, but in Fiji and around the world, we know there is an ugly side to lockdown measures," Dr Fong said.

"Without proper resources and support, they can make the already vulnerable more vulnerable than ever."

Dr Fong said Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama had called domestic violence "an ugly scourge on our society". "And during a crisis, we know these horrific crimes can occur more often.

"Someone, right now, is stuck at home with an abuser. That is a tragic reality that we cannot turn away from."

Dr Fong urged domestic violence victims to contact the helpline numbers. "You can call at anytime, any day of the week, to report a crime.

"Even if you just need someone to talk to, call either of those numbers. "That applies for children, for women, and for men as well.

"Anyone can be a victim, and that support is available to any who need it."

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Posted by Veronica Silva Cusi, news correspondent
Source: https://www.fijitimes.com

Date Posted: Tuesday, May 4, 2021



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