16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women
The 16 Days of Activism campaign is an important yearly event aimed at ending violence against women.
In February 2000, the United Nations officially designated November 25 as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
While we have seen some improvements since then, there is still a significant amount of work to do.
Currently, about 30% of women over 15 years old around the world are likely to experience some form of gender-based violence in their lifetime.
Furthermore, one in four girls will face violence before reaching their mid-twenties.
These statistics are even more alarming in the Eastern Mediterranean region.
In times of crises, the danger to women and girls increases even more.
Nearly 20% of all refugee and displaced women in conflict situations report experiencing sexual violence.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is dedicated to enhancing how the health sector responds to such violence.
It is essential that we focus on survivor-centered care during all emergency responses.
We must prioritize the safety, dignity, and health of women and girls.
We also need strong collaborations across various sectors to tackle the root causes of violence against women and girls.
Let’s join forces to support survivors and create a world where every woman and girl can live free from violence.
Together, we can make this dream a reality.
