Thousands join in “Drumming Against Child Abuse and Domestic Violence” event in Czechia

Thousands of children in schools around the country took part in a “Drumming Against Child Abuse and Domestic Violence” event on Monday. According to the organizers from Locika Centre, which helps abused children, the drums were to signify that children must be heard and none should remain silent victims of abuse. The event was organized in connection with International Day for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect observed on November 19, and World Children's Day on November 20. Over 43,000 children from 320 schools around the country took part. There will be lectures and debates all week long on preventing child abuse and helping child victims.