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This Month of Love, Let’s Talk About Respect and Safety

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  This Month of Love, Let’s Talk About Respect and Safety πŸŒΉπŸ’” As we celebrate love this February, remember that love should never hurt . Sadly, many girls and women are hurt and controlled in the name of love. Gifts like roses and kind words should never be used to hide bad behavior or force someone to do things they don’t want to. Love means respect, not fear. Love means safety, not control. Love means kindness, not violence. Too many girls suffer in silence because they don’t recognize the signs of gender-based violence (GBV) . GBV can be emotional, physical, sexual, or financial, but it always means someone is not respecting you. This Valentine’s month, let’s understand what real love is: πŸ’– Real love empowers . πŸ’– Real love respects boundaries . πŸ’– Real love never hurts . At Girl Child Movement Botswana (GCM) , we are committed to empowering girls and educating communities about healthy relationships, respect, and safety. If you or someone you know is being hurt, speak up . Y...

Who is Lebang Gagoope?

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  Lebang Gagoope is a passionate advocate and founder of the Girl Child Movement , dedicated to fighting for girls' rights. She is deeply committed to empowering, educating, and healing young girls, with a focus on creating safe and supportive environments for them. Through the Girl Child Movement , Lebang empowers girls in various sectors, including the agricultural sector, and promotes the benefits of Moringa as a powerful tool for health and sustainable agriculture. Lebang invites you to join her in the mission to empower and educate girls and young women , ensuring they have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive, especially in sectors like agriculture where they can make a significant impact.