Dedication by CMBH to Guarding Female Patients' Safety
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais – The fight for respect, autonomy, and security for women continues to be a priority for the Municipal Chamber of Belo Horizonte. This month, the Chamber marks the 19th anniversary of the Maria da Penha Law, a landmark legislation combating domestic violence.
The Ponto de Acolhimento e Orientação à Mulher em Situação de Violência, a partnership between the Municipal Chamber, the Government of Minas Gerais, and the Civil Police, has been operating in Belo Horizonte since 2021. The Reception Point, located at Av. Churchill, 506, Santa Efigênia neighborhood, can be contacted via WhatsApp at (31) 3555-1394 or by email at [email protected].
Professionals trained in empathy act at the Reception Point, providing humanized support, confidentiality, legal orientation, and other services to women in need. The unit aims to attend around 40 women each month, offering a lifeline to those in vulnerable situations.
The Municipal Chamber of Belo Horizonte is seeking to do its part in addressing the issue of violence against women. Concrete actions are being taken within the Chamber to ensure support and assistance to those who need it most. As President of the Chamber, the commitment to the cause of violence against women is reaffirmed this August.
To raise awareness about the issue, the Chamber building will be lit in lilac during August. The Lilas August campaign is a collective call for awareness, support, and action against violence against women.
Dialogue between institutions is essential for building real paths to change. Debates are being promoted this month with representatives of the OAB, the Public Ministry, the Civil Police, and civil society organizations to strengthen the network of violence prevention.
The recent tragedy involving Juliana Garcia, who was beaten by her partner in an elevator in Natal, RN, serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for action. It is estimated that there is a case of aggression against a woman every four minutes in Brazil.
The Municipal Chamber encourages everyone to take a stand against violence against women. The national emergency number 180 is a free, national, and confidential channel for reporting violence against women. Together, we can build a safer and more equal society.
Within the context of theb Municipal Chamber of Belo Horizonte, efforts are being made to address various health-and-wellness issues, especially women's health, including sexual health. For instance, the Ponto de Acolhimento e Orientação à Mulher em Situação de Violência offers professional assistance to women experiencing violence, promoting science-based solutions to enhance their wellbeing. Committed to the cause, the Chamber aims to raise awareness through campaigns like the Lilas August, advocating for a society that prioritizes healthcare and equal rights for all women.
