16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence

UN Women is the UN organization delivering programmes, policies and standards that uphold women’s human rights.

It is the largest voluntary movement dedicated to empowering girls and young women in the world.

"IDLO is the only global intergovernmental organization exclusively devoted to promoting the rule of law to advance peace and sustainable development."

"25 November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and the start of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence. 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."

This guide supports the 16 Days of Activism events sponsored by the Office for Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance at Rutgers University-Camden.

The Office for Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance at Rutgers University-New Brunswick is committed to creating a community free from violence. We provide services designed to raise awareness of and respond to the impact of interpersonal violence and other crimes.