30th BPM promotes lecture on Maria da Penha Law in Quilombola community of Ananindeua
The meeting was attended by approximately 50 women from quilombola communities
In line with the "Lilac August" campaign promoted by the State Government, the Military Police, through the 30th Battalion (30th BPM), held a lecture and discussion circle on the theme of the Maria da Penha Law and the fight against violence against women on Tuesday (26). The event took place in the social space of the Quilombola Community "Abacatal", located near the Aurá neighborhood in Ananindeua.
Among the panelists was the representative of the Casa da Mulher Brasileira de Ananindeua, Marta Mariana Dias; the leader of the Quilombola Community, Maria do Remédio; the representative of the Federation of Women of the State of Pará, Cléa Dias Gomes, and the deputy commander of the 30th BPM, Captain Matheus.
The meeting was attended by approximately 50 women from quilombola communities, marked by the sharing and exchange of experiences among the invited institutions that have historically dedicated themselves to combating and punishing violence against women in the Metropolitan Region of Belém, with an emphasis on
Ananindeua.
On this occasion, the representatives of the institutions thanked the support of the Active Protection Group (GPA) of the 30th BPM and detailed the joint efforts made to curb any types of violence against women. The meeting also included the presence of military personnel working in the GPAs throughout the jurisdiction of the Metropolitan Police Command: 6th, 21st, 29th, and 39th Battalions.
For the leader of the Abacatal Community, Maria do Remédio, the importance of the GPA's work within the community is reflected in the closeness. "Our relationship with the GPA is more of friendship. Violence has decreased with the police presence. Robberies were frequent, even hostage situations occurred. After the patrol they conduct within the territory, violence has decreased; we have not heard of any of that since," assured the local leader.
For Captain Matheus, "the event reaffirms the commitment of the Military Police of Pará, not only to security but also to welcoming and supporting women in vulnerable situations. The PMPA continuously seeks to qualify and professionalize police actions in order to achieve excellence in humanized service, especially in such delicate occurrences as cases of domestic violence," evaluated the officer.
Lilac August and the PMPA's action in defending women
Lilac August is a national awareness campaign for the end of violence against women and is directly linked to the Maria da Penha Law, enacted in August 2006. The campaign aims to publicize women's rights, encourage reporting, and promote the fight against domestic and family violence. Thus, Lilac August reinforces the importance of the effective application of the Maria da Penha Law and the mobilization of society to ensure safety and dignity for women.
In this sense, as an institution part of the public security forces, the Military Police has intensified its actions in combating violence against women through specialized programs and strategic partnerships. Among the main initiatives is the Maria da Penha Patrol, which monitors women with urgent protective measures, ensuring active police presence and continuous protection. Additionally, the PMPA promotes educational actions, such as lectures and campaigns in schools, communities, and institutional events, focusing on prevention, guidance, and awareness of women's rights and reporting mechanisms.
These actions demonstrate that the PMPA's work seeks not only to repress but also to prevent violence, welcoming victims with sensitivity and responsibility.
Text: Sergeant Josuelton Chagas
