Monday 25 November 2024 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and marks the start of the 16 Days of Activism campaign. Running until World Human Rights Day on 10 December, this global effort demands action against one of the world’s most persistent violations of human rights – violence against women. It seeks to raise awareness, challenge discriminatory attitudes, and call for improved laws and services to end violence against women and girls for good.
The Zonta Club of Blackall Range, and Speak Up Now – Stop Domestic and Family Violence – Maleny and Blackall Range, will be providing information including emergency services and contact numbers, at their red benches and other prominent locations across the Range [including Maleny, Mapleton, Montville, Palmwoods, Kenilworth]. By sharing information, and having open discussions, we can build safer communities.
Orange is the key United Nations colour for unifying global activities and drawing attention to women’s safety. We all have a role to play. During the 16 Days of Activism, Zonta and Speak Up Now encourage you to wear orange, “orange” digital spaces, display awareness posters to spread the message, and consider how you can continue to advocate for the end of violence against women and girls so that they are #SafeEverywhereAlways.
You can download resources from the Zonta Blackall Range Facebook page for sharing to socials, in your staff kitchen, in your business window – everywhere has impact. Together, we can and must make a difference.