International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 2024 (25th November)

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 2024

The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women is observed on November 25th each year to raise awareness and promote action to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls around the world.

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International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women Theme 2024

As of today, the theme for International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 2024 has not been announced yet.

The theme in 2023 was “UNiTE! Invest to Prevent Violence Against Women & Girls! #No Excuse.” Violence against women and girls continues to be a widespread human rights violation globally. Approximately 736 million women, nearly one in three, have experienced physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence, non-partner sexual violence, or both.

This issue has escalated in various settings, including workplaces and online spaces, and has been exacerbated by post-pandemic effects, conflicts, and climate change. The key to addressing this problem lies in robust responses, particularly investment in prevention. However, there is a significant lack of data on the amount nations are committing to counteract violence against women and girls.

For example, only 5% of government aid is specifically focused on addressing violence against women and girls, with less than 0.2% directed towards prevention. There is a crucial need for increased investment in women’s organizations, improved legislation, prosecution of perpetrators, enhanced services for survivors, and training for law enforcement officials.

UNiTE Campaign

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women 2023 Theme

The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women will kick off the UNiTE campaign from November 25 to December 10, encompassing 16 days of activism that concludes on International Human Rights Day (December 10). The 2023 campaign, titled “Invest to Prevent Violence against Women & Girls,” urges citizens to express their commitment to ending violence against women and girls. It also calls on governments worldwide to share their efforts in investing in gender-based violence prevention.

The campaign encourages global participation with the #NoExcuse slogan, emphasizing the need for urgent investments to prevent violence against women and girls. People are encouraged to delve into the campaign’s proposals concerning data, prevention, and investments and unite with the global movement using the #NoExcuse slogan to eradicate violence against women and girls.

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History of International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (IDEVAW) is observed annually on November 25th to raise awareness and promote action to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls around the world. The day was established in 1999 by the United Nations General Assembly.

Roots of IDEVAW

The idea for IDEVAW emerged from the Latin American and Caribbean Feminist Encuentro (meeting) held in Bogotà, Colombia, in 1981. At this meeting, participants proposed the establishment of an international day to highlight the issue of violence against women and to mobilize action to address it.

In 1993, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Declaration on the Elimination of Violence against Women (DEVAW), which recognized violence against women as a violation of human rights and called for comprehensive measures to prevent and eliminate it.

Establishment of IDEVAW

In 1999, the United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution 54/134, proclaiming November 25th as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women (IDEVAW). The resolution called on governments, international organizations, and civil society to take action to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls.

Impact of IDEVAW

IDEVAW has played a significant role in raising awareness about the issue of violence against women and girls. It has also helped to mobilize action to address this issue. As a result of IDEVAW, there have been several positive developments, including:

Increased awareness: There is now a much greater understanding of the issue of violence against women and girls, and this has led to a growing public demand for action.
Improved legislation: Many countries have passed new laws or strengthened existing laws to protect women and girls from violence.
Increased funding: There has been an increase in funding for programs to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls.
Greater attention to the issue: The issue of violence against women and girls is now receiving more attention from governments, international organizations, and the media.

Challenges Ahead

Despite the progress that has been made, there are still many challenges that remain in the fight against violence against women and girls. These challenges include:

The persistence of harmful gender norms: Harmful gender norms, such as the belief that men are superior to women, contribute to the perpetuation of violence against women and girls.
The lack of access to justice: Many survivors of violence do not have access to justice, and this can allow perpetrators to go unpunished.
The lack of resources: There is a lack of resources to provide support services to survivors of violence and to implement programs to prevent violence.

Significance of International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women observed annually on November 25th, serves as a crucial reminder of the pervasive issue of violence against women and girls and the urgent need for collective action to eradicate it. This day holds immense significance in several aspects:

Raising Awareness and Promoting Understanding
Mobilizing Action and Promoting Accountability
Amplifying the Voices of Survivors
Highlighting Intersectional Vulnerabilities
Promoting Gender Equality and Human Rights

Violence against women remains a significant barrier to achieving equality, development, and peace, as well as fulfilling the human rights of women and girls. The commitment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to leave no one behind cannot be realized without putting an end to violence against women and girls.

25th November 2024 Special Day

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, recognized on November 25, 2024, serves as a crucial platform to raise awareness and advocate for action against violence targeting women and girls globally. This annual observance underscores the collective commitment to preventing and eradicating all forms of violence, fostering a world where women can live free from fear, intimidation, and abuse. It calls for united efforts to address this pervasive issue and promote gender equality.

Shubham Mittal

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