Striding against abuse: Johnnie Walker statues fill Mandela Bridge
Joburg landmark shines as Johnnie Walker stages unusual event in support of an abuse-free society
Last weekend, Johannesburg’s landmark Nelson Mandela Bridge was the bearer of a most unusual kind of traffic: 365 golden Johnnie Walker Striding Men statues stood in unity in support of an abuse-free society. Johnnie Walker held the event in partnership with Million Men March, the Tswharanang Legal Advocacy Centre and Lifeline, pledging to help eradicate the causes and effects of the abuse of women and children for not only 16 days, but all 365 days of the year. Members of the public can also pledge their support to #strideforgood on www.strideforgood.co.za. Alcohol has long been associated with enjoyment and celebration in many parts of the world. The Johnnie Walker brands are made with pride but also to be enjoyed – responsibly. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Violence against women can be related to the irresponsible use of alcohol. Several studies from low- and middle-income countries show that men who misuse alcohol are up to 4.8 times more likely to perpetrate inti...
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