MUMBAI: The
archdiocese of Bombay has organised a
peace gathering and prayer service 'Because We Care' at six venues on Tuesday (May 1). The meeting is to express solidarity with
victims of injustice, and women and children who have suffered
violence and abuse.
The assembly will be organised from 6.00-7.00pm in the grounds of St Michael's Church, Mahim, St Francis Xavier's Church in Vile Parle, St Francis of Assisi School in Borivli, Our Lady of Nazareth School in Bhayander, Holy Cross Church of Kurla and Sacred Heart school, Vashi.
Fr Nigel Barrett, spokesman of the archdiocese, said, "Those present will take a pledge to uphold the dignity and respect of all women and a sign memorandum that will be submitted to the authorities asking for justice and speedy redressal. The memorandum will also demand sensitization through educational programmes to eradicate gender bias."
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