Maliana, 12 August 2025 – Deputy Ombudman for Human Rights, Maria Marília da Costa, visited the Maria Tapó Shelter in Maliana on 12 August 2025 to observe services and care provided to women and girls who experienced violence. The visit aimed to assess the quality of assistance and ensure that human rights are fully respected in the shelter’s operations.
From January to July 2025, the shelter supported 49 cases of violence against women and girls, with only two minors still remaining, while the others have been reunited with their families or dependent relatives. During the visit, Deputy Ombudsman engaged with the shelter coordinator, discussing human rights protection, care processes, and the shelter’s ongoing role in supporting victims.
Shelter Coordinator, Domingas Casemira, expressed gratitude for the visit and ongoing support from PDHJ, including collaboration with the Maliana Territorial Delegation. The visit also aimed to strengthen cooperation between PDHJ and the shelter, ensuring continued protection for vulnerable individuals, while the Maria Tapó Shelter continues to provide counseling and accompaniment throughout legal proceedings.
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