The National Youth Ambassador Corps (NYAC) in collaboration with the Anguilla National Youth Council (ANYC), Department of Youth & Culture (DYC) and Gender Affairs Unit hosted Open Mic 7 on the topic of Domestic Violence on Tuesday December 2nd at the Rodney McArthur Rey Auditorium. “Open Mic” is a public youth forum which features a panel debate and discussion, geared towards informing and educating young people on topics of national interest in Anguilla.
There were six panelists who actively work in the area included Dr. Phyllis Fleming-Banks, Pastor Philip Gumbs, Dr. Ronya Foy-Connor, Dr. O.M. Linda Banks, Mr. Clive F. Smith and Superintendent Elliot Forbes.
The audience engaged the panel on the process of seeking help in Anguilla and the various issues which lead to and perpetuate abusive situations including the stigma and culture of silence in Anguilla. The panelists also noted that Domestic Violence Bill which has not yet been passed would help the present process especially in relation to prosecution of abusers and called for the passage of that legislation. The various organizers are grateful for the support provided and wish to thank all those that made this event possible.
– Press Release
(Published without editing by The Anguillian newspaper.)
