24 BUSINESS AND TRAINING
A pledge for every plumbing company and plumber
By Women in Plumbing
Plumbing Industry Pledge Gender Based Violence and harassment against women : NOT IN OUR WORKPLACE , NOT IN OUR INDUSTRY !
Gender Based Violence seriously impacts women workers ’ lives around the globe , with sexual harassment its most reported form . Violence against women is a violation of women ’ s human rights . It is an obstacle to gender equality . Violence against women at work is a core trade organisation issue affecting workers ’ rights , safety , health and dignity .
All forms of violence against women are unacceptable !
The Plumbing Industry pledges :
• To take a public stand against all forms of violence and harassment against women and to condemn all attitudes and actions that perpetuate sexism and violence
• To take up the issue as a priority in our organisation and to secure the necessary resources for activities aimed at preventing and combatting this violation of women ’ s rights
• To foster a culture of respect for women within our organisation by raising the awareness of our members , staff and officials and providing education on the importance of eradicating violence and harassment in the workplace and in our organisation
• To encourage our members to actively take a stand against violence and harassment against women , especially in their own workplaces
• To participate in campaigns aimed at preventing and combating violence against women
• To demand that governments , enact and enforce laws to protect women from violence
www . plumbingafrica . co . za @ plumbingonline @ plumbingonline @ PlumbingAfricaOnline May 2021 Volume 27 I Number 3