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Domestic Violence
Community and Society
Hope Haven donates supplies to San Pedro Police Formation for female detainees
San Pedro’s Hope Haven donated supplies to the San Pedro Police Formation to help the island force better tend to female detainees. The goods consist of hygienic products and other essential items to meet the needs of females when held at the police station.
Community and Society
NGOs condemn Domestic and Sexual Violence against Women and Children and calls for collective response to break the vicious cycle
Recent news reports support what, as a society, we already know: far too many women and children are victims of domestic and sexual violence. The Belize Network of Non-Governmental Organizations joins in the condemnation of these acts. Fully cognizant that no one entity can grapple with the various aspects related to domestic and sexual violence, the BNN publicly commits itself to participating in a renewed collective response to identify targeted actions to address these issues.
Community and Society
Government tables Domestic Violence motion in House of RepresentativesÂ
In a rare occurrence, the Belizean Parliament joined forces on Friday, February 4th, during the Sitting of the House, and agreed on new legislation against gender-based domestic violence. The Bill sets out specific measures the government will take against this issue. The motion responded to the increasing reports of domestic abuse, including the recent allegation of abuse made against former UDP Leader of the Opposition Patrick Faber.Â
Community and Society
Hope Haven highlights the importance of understanding domestic violence and what can be done
Domestic violence has been an ongoing issue affecting communities across the globe. The recent events involving public figures, such as the case between the Leader of the Opposition (LOO) and his fiancée, leave no doubt that this issue affects everyone in society. In San Pedro Town, stakeholders have launched initiatives such as Hope Haven Children’s Home and the Hope Haven Domestic Violence Outreach Center to tackle this concern and guide victims safely out of unhealthy situations.
Crime & Violence
Patrick Faber resigns as leader of the United Democratic Party and Leader of the Opposition
Leader of the Opposition and the United Democratic Party, Honourable Patrick Faber, announced his resignation on Monday, January 24th, via Facebook. Both concessions are to become effective on January 31, 2022. Faber remains Area Representative for the Collet Constituency in the Belize District.
Community and Society
Councillor Dianeli Aranda reaches out to the community during Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness month
Throughout October, the San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) has been increasing awareness of domestic violence and breast cancer. Councillor Dianeli Aranda took the initiative to support those struggling with cancer with a care package. Aranda expressed that her wish is for them and their families to remain positive and hopeful.
Community and Society
Hope Haven hosts forum on Domestic Violence
On Friday, July 9th, Hope Haven Domestic Violence Outreach Center, an upcoming facility under Raise me Up, held its first forum on Domestic Violence in San Pedro Town. The workshop also discussed domestic violence legislation and collaborated with the Youth Enhancement Services (YES).
Crime & Violence
Reduced crime and only one murder in San Pedro for 2020
OIC Noble credits the team work between the police and the community for the reduction in crime. "We are a team working for one cause."
