16 Days of Action To End Domestic Violence

Campaign To End Domestic Violence - 16 Days of Action 

25th November 2024 to 10th December 2024

16 Days of Activism against Gender-based violence is an international campaign calling for an end of abuse and violence to woman and girls.

History of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based violence

The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based violence  was initiated in 1991 by the Center for Women’s Global Leadership. Since then, it has grown into a global movement involving thousands of organisations and individuals from around the world who are committed to addressing gender-based abuse.

Each year, the campaign focuses on a specific theme or issue related to gender-based violence, shedding light on various aspects of this pervasive problem and advocating for change.

When are the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based violence 2024?

The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based violence  campaign starts on November 25th, 2024, which is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and concludes on December 10th, 2024, which is International Human Rights Day. A theme will be identified each day to explore the various forms of gender-based violence. In doing so, the workplace will be better equipped to acknowledge the signs that indicate it may be going on. These 16 days provide a dedicated period for advocacy and action.

Statistics

• Every 3 days a woman is killed by a man in the UK
• 25% of women in the UK are affected by domestic violence during their adult lifetimes
• 58% of abused women miss at least three days of work a month
• 33% of all domestic violence homicides happened on workplace grounds
• 56% of abused women arrive late for work at least five times
• 7% of women in England and Wales experienced DV in the last year alone
• £2 billion is the annual cost of DV and abuse to businesses

How to Participate in the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based violence  2024?

Participating in the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based violence is a meaningful way to contribute to the global effort to end violence against woman and girls. Here are some ways to get involved:

• Raise Awareness: Use your voice and social media platforms to raise awareness about domestic violence, its impact, and the importance of supporting survivors.
• Attend Events: Participate in local or virtual events, workshops, and seminars organised by advocacy groups and organisations working to end domestic violence and gender-based violence.
• Support Survivors: Show support for survivors of domestic violence by volunteering at shelters, offering resources, or simply being a compassionate listener.
• Educate Yourself: Learn more about the root causes of domestic violence and gender-based violence, its consequences, and how to recognise and prevent it.
• Advocate for Change: Advocate for policies and legislation that protect survivors, hold perpetrators accountable, and promote gender equality.
• Wear Orange: Wear orange during the campaign as a symbol of solidarity and to visibly show your support for ending domestic violence.

Your silence is their greatest weapon.