16 Days of Activism: Spotlight on Online Gender-Based Violence

As the United Nations’ 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence draws to a close (25 November – 10 December), the call to address (Online) gender-based violence (OGBV) has never been more urgent. This year’s theme, “Every 11 Minutes, One Woman Is Killed: UNITE to End Violence Against Women,” shines a spotlight on the persistent violence and discrimination women endure across both physical and digital realms. The choice of dates is symbolic, emphasizing the deep connection between women’s rights and human rights. November 25th marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, while December 10th commemorates Human Rights Day, which celebrates the 1948 adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This timeline reminds us that gender equality is central to universal human rights and the campaign serves as a global rallying cry for immediate and sustained action.