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Participate in the various 16 Days of Activism events and activities: See the calendar outlining events taking place around the country over the period of the 16 days. Volunteer in support of NGOs and community groups who support abused women and children: Many organisations need assistance from the public. You can volunteer your time and make a contribution to the work of institutions. Help plant a garden at a shelter, sponsor plastic tables and chairs for kids at a clinic or join an organisation as a counsellor. Use your skills and knowledge to help the victims of abuse

16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence. 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign to challenge violence against women and girls. The campaign runs every year from 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, to 10 December, Human Rights Day. It was initiated in 1991 by the first Women's Global Leadership Institute, held by the Center for Women's Global Leadership (CWGL) at Rutgers University.

About the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence campaign. While there have always been songs that are very explicit about domestic violence, sexual violence and other forms of VAW, we have selected a mix of songs about VAW and songs that empower women because it is crucial to get a balance between the reality of violence and the message of hope for survival and healing. This year, our selection includes a diverse range of artistes and musical styles – from feel-good anthems to haunting ballads to foot-stomping dance singles.

The 16 Days of Activism Campaign is held from 25 November to 10 December every year. However, the success of this campaign rests on our daily individual and collective actions to safeguard our society against this cycle of abuse. What are some of the causes of violence against women and children? It stems from the low status of women in the home and in society. Gender -Based Violence Command Centre Tel: 0800 428 428 Tel: 0800 GBV GBV. Stop Gender Violence Helpline Tel: 0800 150 150 sms 120 7867 from any cell phone. Family and Marriage Society of South Africa (FAMSA) Tel: (011) 975 7107. Childline Tel: 08000 55 555. National Crisis Line Tel: 086 132 2322. SA National Council for Child Welfare Tel: 011 339 5741.

The 16 Days of Activism end on 10 December (International Human Rights Day), and during this time we will highlight 16 key facts on intimate partner and sexual violence against women. The WHO multi-country study on women’s health and domestic violence against women indicated that intimate partner violence is widespread across many societies. The study showed that rates of physical and/or sexual violence by an intimate partner ranged from 15% in Japan, to 70% in Ethiopia and Peru, with most sites reporting rates of between 29 and 62%.

Women Living Under Muslim Laws Solidarity Network. Gender Equality Architecture Reform (. Women Human Rights Defenders International Coalition. Global Fund for Women. Empowered And Beautiful. New York City Anti-Violence Project. Women's International League for Peace and Freedom. Campania "16 Zile de Acţiuni Împotriva Violenţei în Bază de Gen", 2010. Center for Women's Global Leadership. Prajnya 16 Days Campaign Against Gender Violence.

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign, aimed at ending violence towards women and girls. The annual campaign begins on 25 November, which is International Day of the Elimination of Violence Against Women. It finishes on Human Rights Day, 10 December. Orange is the official colour of 16 Days. Each year WAGGGS runs its own campaign to raise awareness. we delivered a Stop the Violence Facilitators Training. 2013: Bust the Myths: 16 Myths for 16 Days, showcased a harmful belief or myth on along with the reality. 2012: From Peace in the Home to Peace in the World: Creating Safe Spaces asked groups to identify a space to make free from violence.

ZOA has joined the 16 days of activism campaign by providing training and raising awareness to change attitudes towards women and girls. Sent via Guardian Witness. 3 December 2015, 7:06. The play lasted for an hour and was highly appreciated by the audience. As part of the 16 days of activism, Mabizela delivered workshops on ending gender-based violence in the workplace. Each time when I am part of a conversation about gender inequality, I leave with renewed hope and validation that I am part of a greater cause of realising equal treatment of all genders, Mabizela said.