The 16 Days of Activism is a global campaign which calls for the elimination of Gender Based Violence (GBV) against women and girls. The campaign was launched by the Centre for Women’s Global Leadership in 1991 and takes place from 25 November to 10 December every year.
The campaign highlights a number of significant dates, including:
- International Day Against Violence Against Women (25 November)
- International Women Human Rights Defenders Day (29 November)
- World AIDS Day (1 December)
- International Day of Persons with Disabilities (3 December)
- The Anniversary of the Montreal Massacre (6 December)
- International Human Rights Day (10 December)
Supporting this campaign aligns with the Scottish Government’s Equally Safe priorities which highlights the need for agencies across Scotland to work together to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls.
The following Programme was created by the Forth Valley 16 Days of Activism Working Group which has met on a monthly basis to plan and coordinate activity for the duration of the campaign. The Programme includes a diverse range of events and activities, from workshops and talks to art installations and public engagements. These events bring together community members, local organisations, and professionals to create a unified stand against gender-based violence. You will also find a list of 16 films to watch and 16 books to read during the 16 Days of Activism. We invite you to attend, support, and share these activities widely. Information on how to attend events can be found within the Programme.