Nationalist Party Leader Alex Borg visited Dar Emmaus in Victoria, Gozo, this morning a s part of the global 16 Days of Activism campaign aimed at raising awareness of domestic violence against women and gender-based violence.
He remarked that the Nationalist Party “remains fully committed to strengthening policies and services that support victims of domestic violence, while backing initiatives that deliver greater protection, prevention, and structured assistance for the most vulnerable in our society.”
Dar Emmaus is an emergency shelter run by the Kenn u Tama Foundation, providing refuge and support to victims of domestic violence and to vulnerable individuals who find themselves homeless.
It is the first shelter in Gozo to offer not only immediate protection for women and children escaping abusive situations, but also a comprehensive programme of rehabilitation and care to help victims rebuild their lives with dignity and security.
Alex Borg was welcomed by the Director of Dar Emmaus, Canon Michael Xuereb, and by the person responsible for the home, Vincienne Galea.
They explained that the services provided include psychological counselling, social support, legal assistance, and professional structures that strengthen the healing and recovery process.
The work carried out by Dar Emmaus is also essential in the fight against poverty and social exclusion in Gozo, offering a safe space, opportunities for integration, and renewed hope for those facing difficult circumstances.
The PN Leader was accompanied by Shadow Minister for Equality, Civil Liberties and Public Broadcasting Graziella Attard Previ, and by members of the Moviment Nisa Partit Nazzjonalista (MNPN), who are currently organising a series of activities for this campaign. These include meetings with NGOs, organisations, and individuals working directly with victims of domestic violence, as well as with the victims themselves.
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