VOX FEMINARUM: WOMEN'S VOICES

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
Honouring Survivors. Confronting Harm. Building Safety.

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The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is a United Nations–designated international campaign. Originating in 1991 from the work of global feminist activists, it is now recognised and championed worldwide. Each year, from 25 November (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to 10 December (Human Rights Day), people across the world unite to expose gender-based violence, support survivors, and demand accountability from institutions and society.

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This campaign is rooted in the voices and courage of survivors.

Violence thrives where silence is enforced, where shame is misused, and where power is unchallenged.
Yet survivors have spoken—again and again—often in the face of disbelief, fear, and danger.
Their courage leads this campaign. Their truth shapes its mandate.

The 16 Days honours women who lived through violence, women who were ignored or disbelieved, women rebuilding their lives, and those whose lives were stolen. Their stories define the urgency of the work and call all of us to action.

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A Call to Act – Vox Feminarum: Women’s Voices

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Vox Feminarum urges our communities, partners, and allies to take meaningful action:

1. To listen to survivors with respect and without judgement.

2. To challenge the beliefs and systems that enable violence.

3. To build safety, dignity, and justice into everyday life.

4. To ensure that no woman or girl suffers violence in silence.

5. Your voice matters. Your action matters.

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Together we uphold the United Nations’ call for 16 Days of Activism.  Vox Feminarum stands with survivors, today, tomorrow and always.