The 16 Days of Activism: No Violence Against Women is an international campaign that takes place annually from 25 November (International Day of No Violence Against Women) to 10 December (International Human Rights Day).
During this time, the South African Government runs a 16 Days of Activism Campaign, which aims to increase awareness of the negative impact of violence on women and children. It also aims to use this campaign to mobilise all sectors of society to act against abuse.
Government is committed to building a caring and peaceful society, which protects its women and children from all forms of violence. By supporting this campaign, thousands of South Africans have also helped to increase awareness of abuse and building support for victims and survivors of abuse.