16Days of Activism: Let's end Femicide

Inspired by the original vision and history of the Campaign, which focused on raising awareness about violence against women (VAW), and considering the continuing impunity for femicide, this year the Campaign will focus on the issue of “femicide or the gender-related killing of women."

In 2021, in addition to the anniversary theme, the Campaign will continue its program activities to end gender-based violence (GBV) in the world of work by focusing on the link between domestic violence and the world of work, drawing on legal standards outlined in ILO Convention 190 (C190) and the actions put forward in Recommendation 206 (R206).

COVID-19 has presentednew challenges which call for individual and collective solutions. Let’s continue our efforts all year round from 16 to 365 days of activism, to advance the human rights of women. A world without violence is possible and this moment demands unparalleled courage and joint action to make this vision a reality.

What you can do

An Advocacy Guide and Social Media Toolkit are available to help you join in the action:

• 2021 Domestic Violence Advocacy Guide

• 2021 Femicide Advocacy Guide (with an Action Menu)

• "End Femicide" Social Media Toolkit 

• Submit events/activities to be featured on the digital map and website

• Global 16 Days Campaign Calendar of Events and Activities (to be updated on a weekly basis)

• Add a campaign frame to your profiles on social media