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I N T E R N A T I O N A L D A Y F O R T H E E L I M I N A T I O N
INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR THE ELIMINATION
O F V I O L E N C E A G A I N S T W O M E N
OF VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN

The Year 4 Williams Hopkins pupils poured their hearts The drama presentation was interspersed with
and souls into their drama presentation titled the moments of reflection, as pupils shared
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against statistics and facts about violence against
Women. weeks of preparation culminated in a women, urging the audience to confront the
performance that was both powerful and poignant, harsh realities of this pervasive issue. These
leaving a lasting impression on everyone who attended. sobering moments served as a reminder of the
urgent need for action and solidarity
The day began with an air of anticipation as pupils,
teachers, and parents gathered in the school hall. The One of the highlights of the presentation was a
stage was set with simple yet evocative props, setting the series of monologues delivered by the pupils,
scene for the emotional journey that was about to unfold. giving voice to the experiences of women who
have survived violence. With passion in their
As the curtain opened, the audience fell silent in voices, the young thespians brought these
anticipation. The first scene began with a group of pupils stories to life, leaving the audience moved and
portraying everyday scenarios where women faced inspired.
various forms of violence - from domestic abuse to
harassment at place of work. The raw emotion conveyed The climax of the presentation came in the
by the young thespians was palpable, drawing the form of a powerful finale, where the entire cast
audience into the harsh realities faced by many women came together to deliver a stirring call to
around the world. action.

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