Department of Justice and Attorney General participates in this year’s 16 days of Human rights activism

Papua New Guinea joins the rest of the world to commemorate the Human Rights Day as well as end the 16 days’ campaign of Human Rights Activism.

The 16 days of activism which started on 25th November and ends on 10th December was filled with activities from awareness programs and dramatized plays.

In Port Moresby, Department of Justice and Attorney General supported the campaign by organising various activities to mark this year's 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

Lead of the Coordination and Crime Prevention Division at the Department of Justice and Attorney General Stanley Raka said the event is commemorated to advocate and carry out more awareness to prevent all forms of violence, including gender based violence, which is rife in PNG.

"Human rights are the foundation of a just and harmonious society and it is crucial that we invest not only on our resources but also our collective will, and also prevent violence in all its form" he said .

"Everyone has the responsibility to address violence and today’s event is a demonstration of that".

The key message to end violence and promote human rights was showcased through a drama.

The Global theme for this year is Equality, Freedom and Justice for all. The local theme 'Invest Now to Prevent All Forms of Violence in our Communities – Play your part' underlines different stakeholders and partners to collective efforts and commitment to ending violence of all forms.