Canadian Transport Minister Omar Alghabra shared the images of Canadian male MPs wearing pink heels to draw attention to violence against women on April 20, and said, “Now that I have drawn your attention, violence against women comes in all forms, not just physical.”
Transport Minister Alghabra shared on Thursday, April 20, images of some male Canadian lawmakers wearing pink heels as part of the ‘High-Heeled Hope’ campaign launched to prevent violence against women.
Minister Alghabra said, “Violence against women is still prevalent in our society. High-Heeled Hope is an event that raises awareness about violence against women and encourages men and boys to be a part of the solution. To support this important cause, the signature pink heels. “Now that I have your attention, violence against women comes in all its forms, not just physical. Men, starting with me, need to be aware of the consequences of our actions and words and do better to create space for women around us.”