Have you? Or has your husband, partner, son, father or brother?Saheli is partnering with the international human rights organizationBreakthrough’saward-winningBell Bajao Campaignto engage South Asian men in our communities to get educated on the issues, tospeak out, and to reject violence when overheard, witnessed or condoned.

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Because men can stop violence:For violence against women to stop, men who are violent must be empowered to make different choices. Every time a man’s voice joins those women in speaking out against violence, the world becomes safer for us all.

Because men listen to men:Men are more likely to listen to other men when it comes to the perpetration of domestic violence. Boys and young men look to their fathers and mentors for an example and can be taught that strong men respect women.

Because domestic violence is NOT a women’s issue:Family violence affects everyone: men, women, girls and boys, but it stems from sexist attitudes and behaviors. To stop violence, both men and women must work toward changing cultural norms and holding violators accountable.

Because violence costs:Domestic violence has huge socio-economic costs at both the household and community level. Violence causes loss of income, decreased productivity in the workplace and costs billions of dollars for healthcare, housing and social and legal services.

Because men work with survivors:Men are an integral part of the community that supports and interacts with families dealing with violence. They are the majority of judges, police officers, and doctors who work with families in crisis.

Because men know survivors:They are neighbors, friends, and family members of women suffering from violence. At some point in most men’s lives, someone close to them will ask for help. Men must be prepared to respond with care, compassion and understanding.