Communities throughout Lincolnshire, comprising Grimsby and various other towns, came together in a powerful display of unity against violence perpetrated towards women and girls. The vigils were part of an international day focused on increasing awareness and stimulating action to halt violence against women and girls.
The gatherings took place at several locations, including the notable Grimsby Town Hall. The North East Lincolnshire Council has disclosed that a significant 21% of documented crimes in the borough are linked to violence against women and girls, highlighting the critical need for such initiatives.
Emma Clough, who planned the vigil in Grimsby, expressed her optimism surrounding the reducing stigma associated with reporting such incidents. However, she stressed that there is still much work to do to curb these numbers further.
Despite unfavourable weather conditions, participants congregated to pay respects to the victims of this violence and make a collective pledge to end it. Sylvia Moss, a veteran advocate with over four decades of work under her belt, described it as ‘disheartening’ that awareness campaigns like these still remain necessary. Nevertheless, she retains her hopefulness for a positive change.
The community’s impressive turnout reflects the fortitude and unity among Lincolnshire’s residents when encountering societal adversity.
This story has been adapted from original coverage by www.bbc.com for The Lincoln Post.
