Avon mobilises against abuse of women

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Aptly named the Light Up to Speak Out candle lighting ceremony, the event which is one of several public education and awareness activities launched by the company, will this year take place on Saturday, 4 June at the Bolivia Lodge in Polokwane.

It is characterised by uplifting live performances and the lighting of candles to signify hope. For R150 a ticket, attendees can expect to enjoy good food, outstanding live performances as well as a goodie bag. In addition, attendees will be able to interact with Avon and People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA) with onsite counselling being offered.

“Proceeds from the ticket sales will go directly to POWA, but more than that, we hope that what the community learns at the event will be spread across the region and help countless women out of abusive situations,” says Vicky Saunders-Flaherty, internal communications and corporate affairs manager of Avon Justine.

Capricorn FM and Bona Magazine are the official media partners for the event, helping to reach as many people as possible in Limpopo with education and awareness around gender-based violence.