Events

16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence 2015

calendar_today25 November - 10 December 2015

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From 25 November to 10 December, the world observes 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence. These girls embody the strength and spirit of this movement.

News

Empowering girls to take a stand against violence, abuse

calendar_today25 November 2015

Violence against women takes place in every country and community in the world. Syrian women participate in a session on gender-based violence in Damascus. © UNFPA Syria/Hamada Smesem
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Statement

Message of the Executive Director on the Occasion of the International Human Rights Day

calendar_today10 December 2014

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News

Saying No: 16 Days Against Gender Violence

calendar_today02 December 2011

A 16-day international effort to end violence against women and girls started Nov. 25. Here, a girl tends her family's shop in the Philippines. Photo: Joe Penney
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Press release

Five Underreported Stories Kick Off 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Campaign

calendar_today27 November 2007

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Statement

International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

calendar_today25 November 2007

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Press release

Violence Against Women: Stories You Rarely Hear About

calendar_today23 November 2006

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