Women lawyers call for renewed emphasis on women and girls to curb domestic violence

In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the Guyana Association of Women Lawyers (GAWL) on Wednesday called for a unified resolve to end the violence against women and girls.

In a release, the organisation appealed to all, especially teachers, principals, officers, government officials, caregivers, and social workers to be more responsible and vigilant when it comes to the protection of our women and children/girls.

It observed that until questions such as “should perpetrators of domestic violence be allowed to occupy positions