Teenager Reports Family to DOVVSU Over Limited Meals and Income.

By: Deborah Amewoyi

A male teenager has reported his family to the Bono Regional Office of the Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit ( DOVVSU) over meagre upkeep money and small portions of meals served him on a daily basis.

The Deputy superintendent of police for the division and the Bono Regional director of DOVVSU, Beatrice Korsah shared this information with the media in Sunyani, further briefing that the issue has been resolved with members of the boy’s family peacefully.

She detailed that the teenager reported to her unit in uniform to issue the report. “…his situation highlights the plight of many children who are suffering in their homes in silence” she noted further commending the boy for his bold action.

“His decision to report his parents led to a positive outcome and his example demonstrates DOVVSU’s commitment to supporting victims of abuse and providing a safe space for them to report their cases” she added.

Relatively, she highlighted similar plights men go through however as a result of the socially constructed perception about men, they are unable to report their issues.

She encouraged that men allay their fears and report to the unit whenever they encounter challenges within their homes. “Every abuse case must be reported to DOVVSU personnel who are well trained and capable of handling them professionally…DOVVSU unite and not disintegrate families” she said.

Source: GNA

Teenager Reports Family to DOVVSU Over Limited Meals and Income.

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