Violence against women prevents the achievement of equality, democracy, peace and the fulfillment of women and girls. Putting an end to this violence and gender discrimination is the focus of two special days in November.
The United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women takes place on November 25th. The theme this year is “Orange the World: Fund, Respond, Prevent, Collect!” Did you know that nearly one in three women have experienced physical or sexual violence, usually delivered by intimate partners. The theme for White Ribbon Day in 2021 is ‘How Can Men Make Change?’
White Ribbon Australia reports that "around 95% of all victims of violence, whether women or men, experience violence from a male perpetrator".
All are encouraged to:
How will you set a good example?
0 Comments
Your comment will be posted after it is approved.
Leave a Reply. |
We are learning how to ask questions and use research processes to meet and understand the challenges and opportunities ahead of us.
Not sure where to start your research? Looking for research tips and strategies to point you in the right direction?
Ask Linda. What's Linda reading?
|