November 25 –December 10
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence 2024
Each year, this period is used to promote global awareness of the breadth and seriousness of gender violence. Many organisations produce resources that encourage actions that aim to end violence against women and girls.
Each day offers a new opportunity to learn, engage, and take action.
The 16 days of activism campaign begins on 25th November - International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and ends on 10th December - Human Rights Day!
Below is a short list of organisations that have material available for use during the 16 Days.
ACRATH
(Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans)
Join ACRATH in raising awareness and fostering action against Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery.
ACRATH has consistently used this campaign to raise awareness of and encourage involvement in their work. They have created a 16-day calendar which highlights ACRATH’s work against modern slavery. The calendar serves as a tool to share knowledge and resources.
Follow their daily socials for a reflection linking to a call to action and resources you can learn from each day.
Learn more, share and raise awareness - Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn
Join this global network to end violence against women and girls. Download the ACRATH 16 day calendar here - Encourage promotion in your community, office, or staff room.
OTHER ORGANISATIONS
The United Nations supports the 16 Days campaign, and the 2024 theme of its UNiTE campaign is “Towards Beijing +30: UNiTE to End Violence Against Women and Girls.”
In 2025, the global community marks the 30th anniversary review of the implementation of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.
Take a look at the following websites for more information:
- OUR WATCH.ORG.AU
- IDWA.ORG.AU- International Women's Development Agency (suite of social media cards)
- UN WOMEN.ORG
- Asia Pacific UN WOMEN.ORG
- FAWCO.ORG
Church resources from previous campaigns
More information on the campaign and related resources for prayer and reflection can also be found at:
World Council of Churches
- Oikoumene.org - 16 Days of Activism
- New Thursdays in Black Bible study available - “Overcoming the Resistance of Patriarchal Theologies”
Uniting Church in Australia
Pacific Conference of Churches - Liturgy suggestions
