16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

25 Nov 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

The United Nations (UN) 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that commences on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women ending 10 December, Human Rights Day. 

This campaign is used as an organising strategy by individuals and organisations worldwide to call for the prevention and elimination of violence against women and girls. 

Visit the 16 Days Campaign for more information and to learn about this year’s theme. 

Council proudly supports the 16 Days of Activism Campaign. If you are planning an event supporting the 16 Days of Activism campaign, add your event to Council’s What’s on Calendar. 

Discover books from Moreton Bay Region Libraries with positive messages about gender equality or stories featuring strong female role models:

• Adult Reading list for 16 Days of Activism
• Young Adult’s Reading list for 16 Days of Activism
• Children’s Reading List for 16 Days of Activism 

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