Ankur Nikam
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
Globally, one in three women has been subjected to physical or sexual violence. This is a human rights crisis.
Physical, sexual, psychological, and economic. It also happens online (cyberbullying and harassment).
The day honours the Mirabal sisters, assassinated on 25 November 2025, who opposed the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo and emerged as a symbol of feminist resistance.
Still today one woman or girl is killed every 10 minutes by their intimate partner or family, so awareness of violence against women is necessary.
Men must call out other men. Challenge sexist jokes. Intervene when you see harassment.
UN also celebrates 16 days of activism concluding on the day that commemorates the International Human Rights Day (10 December).
End violence against women and girls.