Word Alive

Each year NETS hosts a conference to equip local pastors and laypeople to address a relevant topic from a Biblical perspective. This year our topic was confronting Gender-Based Violence. This is a huge issue here in Namibia. One speaker noted, is it any wonder that the only world champion sports figures we have are boxers. Each evening we had big sessions with a main speaker, then broke up for more discussion-based workshops. I co-lead a workshop on the effects of abuse on children and youth, how we can identify it, and ultimately how we can help. Once again, rather than using more words, I'll use pictures to describe the event.

One of our main speakers addresses the church's response to GBV

Our MC helps lighten the mood

Enjoying a cup of tea during break time

My co-leader in our workshop addressing effects on children and youth

Small group discussions in our workshop