MOE ADDRESSING ISSUES OF SODOMY IN SCHOOLS
THE Ministry of Education (MoE) is taking punitive measures against immoral acts in schools emphasising the need to protect children from abuse and ensure a safe learning environment.
Speaking in an interview with ZANIS, MoE Assistant Director Head of Communications, Kunda Mando says the ministry has implemented punitive measures to address incidents of immoral acts, including increased monitoring of boarding schools and disciplinary actions against those who break school rules.
Ms Mando stressed that the measures will deter immoral behaviour, protect learners, maintain discipline and support victims as a part of the ministry’s efforts to create a safe, secure and supportive environment for all students.
“We encourage learners to speak up and report any incidents of abuse or immoral acts to their teachers or school administrators,” she added.
Ms Mando further said in order to adequately address the issue, the ministry calls upon stakeholders such as parents, teachers and community leaders to work together to promote good morals and prevent immoral acts in schools.
And Southern Province Police Commissioner, Auxeniso Daka said the Zambia Police (ZP) has proactive approaches to community awareness and crime prevention through the community services units.
He further noted that the main targets are parents and guardians on prevention of Gender Based Violence (GBV) and sexual crimes.
Meanwhile, standing up for Boy Child Initiative Zambia (SUBCIZ) Director, Kutemwa Sichimba, emphasised the importance of awareness programs to enhance awareness initiatives to educate the public, especially parents, about the issues affecting the boy child.
MOE ADDRESSING ISSUES OF SODOMY IN SCHOOLS
