The GBV Prevention Network

Since 1991, the 16 days of activism against Gender Based Violence campaign has taken place every year, starting on November 25th, on the day of Elimination of Violence Against Women, and ending on Human Rights Day on December 10th.  The Centre for Women’s Global Leadership has coordinated this global event since it began in 1991. Since 2004 the GBV Prevention Network has been leading regional organizing with members through the Action and Advocacy Kits.

As we embark on the 2024 16 Days of Activism campaign, this year’s campaign focuses on the upcoming 30th anniversary of the Beijing Platform for Action (BPfA), which was adopted in 1995 at the Fourth World Conference on Women. BPfA is a landmark document in the history of global women’s rights, in which world leaders made a commitment to advancing the strategic objections and actions across 12 areas of concern, including Violence against Women Together, we stand united in our voices and present a powerful front as we push for investment, pushing back against the backlash.

The Action and Advocacy Kit

This year’s GBV Prevention Network Action and Advocacy Kit contains the following materials:

• Campaign Overview
• Full Color Posters
• Purple Ribbons “Prevent Violence Against Women” (in hard Copy)
• Campaign Activity Guide
• Media Activity Guide
• Deck of Cards
• Friendship Bracelets (in hard copy)
• Post cards
• Beijing Commitment info sheet

Language – the campaign kit can be accessed in 3 languages: English, French and Swahili.

Download the Action and Advocacy Kit in the languages below:

 16 Days of Activism - Kiswahili

16 Days of Activism - English

16 Days of Activism -French

This short animation was produced by Raising Voices/GBV Prevention Network. It highlights the journey of a single individual who discovers the profound impact of solidarity; and how being part of a supportive community transforms personal struggles into triumphs and fosters a deep sense of connection amidst backlashes.

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