Actor Sonya Hussaiyn has urged people in Pakistan to speak out against child abuse, domestic violence and other forms of violence instead of staying silent.
She said everyone has a responsibility to report abuse and help protect women and children.
Speaking at a crime prevention seminar in Karachi, Hussyn highlighted the importance of reporting missing children. She said the police have created a special Missing Persons Unit (MILAP) to help find missing children quickly.
She encouraged anyone with information about a missing child to immediately call the police helpline at 15 or contact the MILAP unit. According to Hussyn, quick reporting can save lives and improve the chances of finding missing children safely.
She also spoke about domestic violence, saying many people ignore abuse because they believe it is a private family matter. Hussaiyn warned that remaining silent can allow violence to continue and may lead to serious consequences.
She urged people to report domestic violence to the police instead of looking the other way.
Hussaiyn also expressed support for #InkaarKaro (Say No), an awareness campaign started by Angeline Malik. The campaign promotes the importance of consent, encourages survivors to speak out and teaches people to recognise and stop abusive behaviour before it becomes worse.
Many well-known personalities from Pakistan’s entertainment industry have supported the campaign. It aims to create greater awareness about personal boundaries, respect and the right to say no.
In an Instagram post, Hussyn shared a strong message about consent. She wrote that no one has the right to another person’s body without permission. She encouraged people to say “no” confidently, without feeling guilty or pressured, adding that giving consent is a personal right, not a favour.
She ended her message by calling for a change in society’s attitude towards consent and respect. Hussaiyn said consent must always be clear, voluntary and respected. She stressed that children should be raised to understand personal boundaries, respect the dignity of others and know that when someone says “no,” it must be accepted immediately. She believes that greater awareness and timely reporting can help create a safer society for everyone.