The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is an annual international campaign that runs from 25 November (International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women) to 10 December (Human Rights Day).
It aims to challenge violence against women and girls and calls for accountability and action from decision-makers.
The campaign was started in 1991 by activists at the inauguration of the Women’s Global Leadership Institute. Since 1991, over 6,000 organizations from approximately 187 countries have participated in the campaign.
Related resources from the 16 Days of Activism campaign:
Five essential facts to know about femicide by UN Women, 25 November 2024
It’s taken 33 years — 2024 sees Malaysia’s pioneering initiative by the Autism Inclusiveness Direct Action Group (AIDA) leading OKU participation in the 16 Days of Activism in Malaysia.
AIDA’s Project Lily Initiative:
For Women and Girls with Disabilities on understanding GBV
Changing the narrative, confronting injustices head-on
Women and Girls with Disabilities leading the way towards meaningful change: it’s essential, not an option to #IncludeWomenAndGirlsWithDisabilities
AIDA’s bold engagement in the global campaign shatters prejudices about disabled women and girls.
Such leadership represents hope for making OKU rights real in Malaysia.
For more info visit: https://okurightsmatter.com/16-days-of-activism-against-gender-based-violence-gbv/
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