This 16 days of activism against gender-based violence campaign, we are showcasing life saving, essential work of frontline GBV service providers across the country, representing a range of GBV response sectors, we’re encouraging everyone to get involved: from amplifying the voices of survivors and activists to supporting women’s organizations, we can all act to empower survivors, reduce and prevent violence against women and girls, and protect women rights. 

Born in Trashigang, I am Chador Tenzin, a teacher. Being a volunteer for the Multi-sectoral Task Force and Community Based Support System empowers me to help and guide my fellow countrymen. This year, I was fortunate to cover all fifteen gewogs in my Dzongkhag to advocate on domestic violence, gender-based violence, HIV/AIDS and mother and child health with other volunteers. Sometimes, it is challenging to be a volunteer as I need to attend to people while doing my primary job. And also, there were times when I have referred people seeking support to other stakeholders and in the end I got blamed for the help rendered. However, being in a position to provide help to those in need and the faith and trust they have in me motivates me to continue being a volunteer.