16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM AGAINST GENDER BASED VIOLENCE 2023
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day. What is Gender Based Violence? Gender-based violence (GBV) is violence that is directed at an individual based on their biological sex OR gender identity. It includes physical, sexual, verbal, emotional, and psychological abuse, threats, coercion, and economic or educational deprivation, whether occurring in public or private life. What is the 16 Days of Activism Against gender Based Violence? The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day. Why is this important? Gender-based violence causes severe harm to families and communities. The desig...