Enough Violence and Exploitation is a Lebanese organization that fights all forms of violence, exploitation and abuse against women and children. The organization focuses on issues such as domestic violence, human trafficking and protecting children. They also give psychological, social, and legal support to women who are victims of violence.
Alliance Pushes for Domestic Violence Law
Enough Violence and Exploitation joined forces with The Lebanese National Alliance, media and civil rights communities to work on legislation which ensures protection of women and families against domestic violence. In 2014, Article 293 was signed with the purpose of raising awareness among Lebanese women and those who suffer from abuse to know how to seek their rights.
Zalfa Videos Empower Women Against Abuse
Enough Violence and Exploitation produced help videos about a fictional character named Zalfa. Zalfa is a representation of a Lebanese woman who is a victim of abuse, sexism, violence and injustice. Zalfa asks common questions that could be asked by abused women regarding the proposed legislation for protecting women and families against domestic violence. The videos answer all questions in simple terms. This helps women gain an awareness of their rights and their legal options. The videos result in increased knowledge of the protections provided by the law. They shed light over legal loopholes that stand as an obstacle to the women’s protection law. The videos are accessible on their YouTube channel and on some Lebanese TV networks as well.
The tactic used by Enough Violence and Exploitation shows how media can effectively educate people about their legal rights. By creating simple, accessible videos featuring a relatable character like Zalfa, the organization helps women understand their rights and legal protections against domestic violence. This approach could be applied in other contexts, like raising awareness about workers' rights, environmental protection, or health care access. In different countries, videos could be used to explain laws or social issues in a clear, relatable way, empowering individuals to stand up for their rights and helping to close gaps in public knowledge.
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