impartialreporter.com

Fermanagh GAA crowd addressed about violence against women during game

The organisation addressed violence against women and girls as part of the ‘Be the Change’ campaign.

CEO Kerrie Flood says the opportunity offered the chance to ‘challenge harmful language’ and support those who speak out against violence.

There was also an opportunity to hand out leaflets showing the organisation’s new number from this week and to highlight the support that is available across Fermanagh and Omagh.

In a statement, the group said: “We were delighted to have been invited by Fermanagh GAA to speak at half time during yesterday's Fermanagh v Clare game, as part of the 'Be the Change' Campaign, addressing violence against women and girls in our communities.”

CEO Kerrie Flood added: “Sport teaches us powerful values: respect for each other, fairness in how we play, courage when things are tough, and looking out for the person beside us.

“These are the very values we need to end violence and build safer communities. Just as every player on the pitch has a role, every one of us in this crowd has a role too.

“Ending violence begins in everyday moments — when we challenge harmful language, when we teach young people about equality and respect, and when we listen to and support those who speak out. Silence allows abuse to continue. Community action helps to stop it.”

A Fermanagh GAA spokesperson added: “Thank you to Damien McHugh, our Health & wellbeing chairman, for organising & Kerrie for speaking”

Read full news in source page