Audio By Vocalize Families must foster trust so that mothers and daughters alike feel safe to share their experiences. [Courtesy] As Mother’s Day approaches, society turns its attention to celebrating women honoring their strength, resilience, and the vital role they play in families and communities. Yet behind the flowers, messages, and public praise lies a difficult truth that cannot be ignored: many women, including mothers, are silently carrying the burden of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). While we celebrate them as pillars of strength, too often we fail to provide the one thing they need most a safe and supportive…
Author: By Mercy Mutai
Audio By Vocalize Families must foster trust so that mothers and daughters alike feel safe to share their experiences. [Courtesy] As Mother’s Day approaches, society turns its attention to celebrating women honoring their strength, resilience, and the vital role they play in families and communities. Yet behind the flowers, messages, and public praise lies a difficult truth that cannot be ignored: many women, including mothers, are silently carrying the burden of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). While we celebrate them as pillars of strength, too often we fail to provide the one thing they need most a safe and supportive…