Dr. Mabel López Ortiz of the College of Social Work Professionals said, “As social work professionals, we must face diverse manifestations of oppression, including discrimination based on gender, sex and sexual orientation. Also, we must avoid discrimination in the provision of services and recognize the right of access of all people to quality services…
Gender violence continues to be an obstacle to achieving equity, as well as the development of a culture of peace and respect for human rights, especially for women. It also produces adverse psychological effects and negative consequences for health, and the quality of life of our people”