We Protect Our Families: Together for a Secure Future
We Protect Our Families: Together for a Secure Future
Young people across Iraq are succumbing to the perils of the misuse of communication devices and social media. To address this problem, KSC is launching the ‘We Protect Our Families’ campaign to raise awareness.
The campaign is a collaborative effort between the General Directorate of Combating Violence Against Women and the Family, Kurdsat Broadcasting Corporation, and the Kurdistan Save the Children Organization. The campaign will continue for six months in all the cities and areas of the Kurdistan Region.
The campaign will be conducted in the following areas: Chamchamal, Kalar, Darbandikhan, Khanaqin, Koya, Halabja, Penjwen, Chwarta, Ranya, and Qaladiza.
The Campaign’s Objectives:
Raise awareness among families, youths, and adolescents about the dangers of the misuse of communication devices.
Explain the behaviors and harms associated with the misuse of communication devices, combat family violence, and educate our youths on being more cautious when using social media and electronic devices.
The Campaign Includes These Activities:
1.Screening the short film "7:30," a collaborative product of the General Directorate of Combating Violence Against Women and the Family, Kurdsat Broadcasting Corporation, and Kurdistan Save the Children Organization. The film will be presented to youth, school, college, and institute students through KSC’s Youth Activity Centers.
2.Conducting seminars and open discussions.
3.Distributing warning information pamphlets to introduce law No. 6 of 2008, which bans the misuse of communication devices.
