Dr. Anna Henga visits safe house in Masanga village, hears from children on abuse rooted in customs and traditions
The Executive Director of the Legal and Human Rights Centre (LHRC), Dr. Anna Henga, visited a safe house center for children who are victims of abuse in Masanga village, Tarime district, Mara region.
Dr. Henga spoke with the children at the center to understand the reasons leading to various forms of abuse by parents, guardians, and the community at large. The children revealed many issues, including customs and traditions that have significantly violated children's rights.
Also, the children suggested that they need more support from stakeholders, especially in educating the public about the consequences of child abuse, to eradicate the abuse that has been shattering the dreams of many girls in Tarime district.
