### Gender Violence Alert Report for Baja California to be Presented
The report detailing the progress on the Gender Violence Alert for the first half of 2024 will be ready in a month and a half, announced Mónica Vargas Núñez, head of the Baja California State Women’s Institute.
“We are finalizing this report, gathering information from various departments. It’s important to remember that the gender alert requires a commitment from the state, judiciary, legislative bodies, municipalities, and the prosecutor’s office,” Vargas Núñez mentioned.
She identified the main challenges, which include standardizing protocols across organizations, especially those providing victim support services. Vargas Núñez highlighted that they currently have a system in which each department records its progress, measures, and evidence.
For the future, she revealed plans to work on a teenage pregnancy prevention program and promote community interventions through women peacebuilders’ networks. These networks identify urgent security issues within their communities.
“We address and bring these issues forward to provide women with tools to report, channel, and attend to these situations. The women peacebuilders’ networks have yielded excellent results nationally and here in Baja California,” Vargas Núñez explained.
She also noted that psychological violence remains a top priority to address and eradicate, although other forms of violence persist.
“Physical, patrimonial, economic, vicarious—all these types of violence. Psychological violence is the most prevalent and occurs in both workplace and family settings,” she pointed out.
#### Increase in Orange Points
A key achievement has been the increase in Orange Points, with more than 100 established across Baja California. “We aim to keep expanding these points across the state,” Vargas Núñez emphasized.
She encouraged socially responsible companies to join the initiative, noting that while it’s not a complex process, it does require commitment. This includes installing security cameras, establishing training protocols, and creating a communication line. “We discuss the cycle of violence, violence prevention, and new masculinities,” she added.
Rendichicas, one of the participating companies, has 35 of its 40 gas stations involved in the program. Patricia Saharagui, head of public relations, shared that the employees have, on occasions, identified and intervened in dangerous situations, such as potential kidnappings.
“Depending on the area, the level of insecurity can rise, particularly in poorly lit regions. On average, we conduct at least one intervention per month,” Saharagui estimated.
### Secondary Article:
#### Mexico’s National Gender Violence Alert: Progress and Challenges
In a broader context, Mexico has been addressing gender violence through national policies and local initiatives. The National Institute of Women (Inmujeres) has been actively working on policies aimed at reducing gender-based violence across the country.
Recently, Inmujeres reported significant progress in several states, including the expansion of support networks and the implementation of new legislation designed to protect women against violence. However, key challenges remain, especially in rural areas where access to support services is limited.
One notable initiative is the establishment of Women’s Justice Centers, which offer comprehensive services to victims of gender violence, such as legal aid, psychological support, and shelter. These centers have become a critical resource but face challenges in terms of funding and staffing.
In addition to local efforts, national campaigns aimed at raising awareness and educating the public on gender violence and its consequences have been rolled out, targeting both men and women. These campaigns focus on reshaping societal attitudes and promoting gender equality from a young age.
While significant strides have been made, experts agree that the fight against gender violence in Mexico requires ongoing commitment and concerted efforts from all levels of government, civil society, and the private sector. The goal is to create a safer and more equitable environment for all women in Mexico.