CARRBORO, N.C. – Mayor Barbara Foushee proclaims Friday, March 8, 2024 as a day to raise awareness about femicide and to call for action to prevent these murders.
The Town of Carrboro recognizes the urgent need to address the crisis of femicide, a hate crime directed at women - whether assigned as female at birth or self-identified as female - because of their sex or gender.
Receiving the proclamation on behalf of the Carrboro community was Berenice Malagón of El Centro Hispano, pictured with Mayor Foushee.
While the data analysis organization Statista finds that North Carolina had the sixth highest number of homicides of women by men among all US states in 2020, the lack of specific legislation recognizing femicide as a distinct crime from homicide in the United States hampers efforts to address and prevent these tragic deaths.
Recent cases of femicides in North Carolina, such as the tragic death of Liliana Concha, underscore the imperative for legislative action to provide justice for victims and their families, enable accurate data collection and research, and serve as a deterrent against such heinous crimes.
Recognizing the importance of taking proactive measures to address gender-based violence and to promote the safety and well-being of all residents, The Town of Carrboro is committed to supporting legislative efforts to classify femicide as a distinct crime, ensuring that perpetrators are held accountable for their actions and that victims receive the justice they deserve regardless of sexual orientation, religion, race or age.
The Town of Carrboro encourages all residents to use this day to honor the memory of victims, support survivors and advocate for policies that promote the safety, protection and equity of all women, regardless of age.
Read the full proclamation: https://www.carrboronc.gov/DocumentCenter/View/14269/Femicide-Awareness-El-Centro-Proclamation-2024
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