The Mar\u00eda Cano University Foundation, Neiva campus, joined the launch of the \u201cAsk for Angela\u201d strategy, promoted by the Women\u2019s Office of the Huila Government, with the aim of preventing gender-based violence in entertainment venues\u2014starting with bars and later extending to other sectors of the city.
The campaign, which originated in the United Kingdom, has been adopted globally and is now arriving in Colombia through the International Nightlife Association, of which Asobares Colombia is the exclusive member.<\/p>\n
How does the protocol work?<\/strong> Offer initial guidance and support.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Identify who activated the code and discreetly locate the person at risk.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Separate them from the aggressor and take them to a safe, private place to talk.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Listen to their needs and provide support as requested.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n In emergency cases, call 123 or specialized hotlines such as 155 (national) or the Purple Line in Bogot\u00e1 [asobares.org].<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Help them contact someone they trust or arrange safe transportation if they choose to leave the premises.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Record the incident in a confidential format, ensuring privacy unless explicit authorization is given to Asobares.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n National Impact and Collaboration<\/strong> Mar\u00eda Cano is present in initiatives that aim to positively impact the university community and replicates efforts like this one to safeguard everyone\u2019s well-being in various recreational settings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Mar\u00eda Cano University Foundation, Neiva campus, joined the launch of the \u201cAsk for Angela\u201d strategy, promoted by the Women\u2019s Office of the Huila Government, with the aim of preventing gender-based violence in entertainment venues\u2014starting with bars and later extending to other sectors of the city.The campaign, which originated in the United Kingdom, has been […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":14425,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[55],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n
\u2022 Anyone at risk\u2014or anyone who identifies a risk\u2014can approach the staff and ask for \u201cAngela\u201d to activate the emergency response.
\u2022 Once activated, the staff must:<\/p>\n\n
\u2022 The strategy seeks to promote protective environments in nightlife establishments by training owners and staff, and fostering institutional coordination that includes local and national authorities.
\u2022 In cities such as Medell\u00edn, Bucaramanga, Bogot\u00e1, Valledupar, Cartagena, and Cali, the protocol has been successfully implemented, with positive effects\u2014such as reduced violence cases\u2014and support from networks like the police, trade associations, and tourism organizations.<\/p>\n