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Did you know the most dangerous place for women is in their own home? Every 10 minutes, a woman is killed by a partner or family member around the world. And the vast majority of perpetrators are men. Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. And violence against women impacts every nation, community, culture, socioeconomic group, and family around the world. And it’s going to take all of us speaking out, educating boys on the rights and personhood and dignity of girls, men working to educate other men and change oppressive and patriarchal systems of control, governments enforcing laws to stop these violent crimes, corporations taking stands against violence which undermines progress and growth, and women uniting to support and protect one another. Join the #16Days of activism against gender-based violence with UN Women. #NoExcuse #EndViolence #Women #GBV #Protection

Today marks the start of the 25th annual 16 Days of Activism for the Elimination of Gender-Based Violence. In 2024, women and girls continue to be murdered because of their gender.   Globally, an estimated 736 million women (nearly one in three) have experienced physical and/or sexual violence by an intimate partner, non-partner sexual violence, or both at least once in their lives.   In the past year alone, 1 in 8 women and girls aged 15-49 has faced intimate partner violence.   The number of women and girls killed intentionally in 2022 (nearly 89,000) was the highest yearly number recorded in the past 20 years.   Femicide is a universal issue affecting all countries and regions, and it is the ultimate and most brutal manifestation in a continuum of violence against women and girls.   Abt Global works with Women’s Rights Organisations (WROs) across our programmes and so we have a front-row seat to their vital work and leadership. Over the next 16 days, we’ll celebrate some of the WROs doing incredible work in this area.   Stay tuned!   #NoExcuse #16Days #GBV

This year marks 25 years since the international community first designated 25 November as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women in honour of the Mirabel sisters – commemorating their lifelong resistance and brutal assassination by the state in 1960. In 2024, we know all too well that women and girls continue to be murdered because of their gender. So far in Australia, over 80 women have already been killed this year as a result of gender-based violence. That’s why days like IDEVAWG matter so much – they are important moments in time to bring our voices together and draw attention to the alarming rates of gender-based violence that persist in our communities. In addition to being an important day for women's rights activists, #IDEVAW also marks the start of the global #16DaysOfActivism campaign. United in our belief that everyone has the right to safety and respect, activists across the world will use the next 16 days to make our message clear: violence against women and girls is never acceptable. Learn more about IDEVAW, the 16 Days campaign and how you can use your voice to speak out against gender-based violence: https://loom.ly/hG2ghMU #NoExcuse #16Days #EndGBV #EndVAWG

🔸 Breaking the Silence: FGM Has No Place in Our Communities 🔸 Have we been too silent? Perhaps. Our mission to mitigate Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) reminds us of an uncomfortable truth: silence perpetuates harm. Across Africa, including Kenya’s Kajiado and Turkana regions, FGM continues to be a deeply entrenched practice—one that scars the body and soul of countless girls and women. 💡 To appreciate culture and traditions does not mean tolerating actions that undermine the health, dignity, and future of any individual with devastating physical and psychological consequences. Silence is not an option. "It is not enough to be compassionate. You must #act." – Dalai Lama #16DaysOfActivism, we’re making it clear: 🔊 We believe in communities that uplift, not restrict. 🔊 We stand for traditions that empower, not harm. 🔊 We champion a future where every girl belongs, free from violence and stigma. 📢 Together We Rise. Break the cycle. #16DaysOfActivism #HumanRights #SOIDAFoundation #EndFGM #TogetherForHer #StopTheSilence

🌍 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 🌍 As we mark the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence from November 25th to December 10th, we must think about the importance of eradicating violence against women and girls. Every year, this global campaign calls for a concerted effort to raise awareness, fight for policies, and help survivors. 💪 As I reflect on my experience as a #africanleadHER X #BAL4HER mentee, which has greatly influenced my perspective on women's empowerment. Through mentorship, I not only witnessed but also helped to break down gender boundaries, demonstrating how women's voices can drive change in fields that are typically disregarded.  Assault against women remains one of the most common abuses of human rights, with one in every three women experiencing physical or sexual assault in their lifetime (UN Women). Together, we can alter the story. It takes two to tango! The 16 Days of Activism are a poignant reminder of the need to build safe spaces for women to thrive, as well as how collective action and mentorship can lead to long-term change in communities. Let us use this opportunity to magnify our collective voices, and advocate for tougher legislation and implementation as we continue to create safe spaces for women and girls worldwide. Every activity matters, from neighbourhood outreach to policy advocacy. Together, we can end gender-based violence. #16DaysOfActivism #GenderEquality #EndViolence #WomenEmpowerment #GBV #Advocacy Here are links to learn more about GBV https://lnkd.in/eCQAJaJJ https://lnkd.in/ee_3xzG5 https://lnkd.in/eq995RrE

Today, Monday, November 25, 2024, is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the start of the 16 Days of Activism celebrations around the world. During the 16 Days of Activism, people from all over the world unite to challenge discriminatory beliefs, raise awareness of gender-based violence, and call for improved laws and services to stop violence against women once and for all. Through these advocacies and sensitization, We intend to raise the bar to demand accountability, and we will not back down until our voices are heard. We will not rest on our oasis, and this requires our combined efforts. As we Unite for Equality and Human Rights this year, we urge everyone to do their part to eradicate violence against women and girls. Everyone must be on deck. Let's be deliberate in our planning to include men and boys as allies in the fight against gender-based violence and to promote equity. #16DaysOfActivism #Equality #EndGBV #HumanRights #UnitetoEndGBV

Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and marks the beginning of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based violence, this year’s campaign encourages all Victorians to work together to prevent violence against women. this year's theme being "Respect is,,,". At FAN we will be participating in this year's campaign, we will continue to support women experience intersecting forms of discrimination via our services. The team at FAN will educate and advocate for a world without gender-based violence. More than 1 in 3 women have experienced men’s violence. On average, a woman is killed by a man she knows every 10 days, and in 2024 that number is much higher. All of us have the power to change that by respecting women wherever we live, learn, work and play. Safety for women is not a given in any community – and neither is respect. #16Days #16DaysOfActivism #familyviolence #familyaccessnetwork

*CW: Male Violence Against Women Men's violence against women is not unusual or extraordinary. Most women have experienced violence in some way, or know someone who has. We must begin to analyze the social drivers of violence against women in order to truly address this centuries-old human rights abuse that continues with impunity and has been normalized by all of us in some way. We must address gender inequality, sexism, and entrenched social norms like women having to be submissive and men having to be dominant. We must address misogyny, racism and homophobia and it must start with children. We must go deep - to the roots of violence - and dismantle patriarchy and male supremacy. Until we do, we will not see change. To the families of Moumita Debnath, Rebecca Cheptegei, Gisele Pelicot and Kristina Joksimovic - and to all survivors in our own communities - we send our Relentless Resilience and our solidarity as we pledge to continue to work towards the eradication of men’s violence against women and girls everywhere. To learn more and get support: aurafreedom.org aurafreedom.org/forher aurafreedom.org/get-help gbvinthemedia.ca

Every 10 minutes, a woman is killed by a partner or family member. This devastating reality underscores the urgent need to end gender-based violence. As part of the 16 Days of Activism, we’re sharing this important resource from the UN: https://lnkd.in/dNmkEg7x It offers valuable information and ways to take action against violence affecting women and girls around the world. Gender-based violence is not inevitable—it’s preventable. Together, we must challenge harmful attitudes, support survivors, and demand accountability. Let’s work towards a world where all women can live free from violence and fear. #16DaysOfActivism #EndGenderBasedViolence #StandWithSurvivors