How to Get Involved
Everyone can take part and help raise awareness:
- Wear a white ribbon on 25 November to show your support for White Ribbon Day.
- Wear something orange between 25 November and 10 December – orange represents hope and a future free from violence.
- Download a pledge card (PDF) and share your personal or group commitment.
- Attend a local event or workshop – view the full calendar here (PDF)
- Share your support on social media by posting a photo wearing orange and holding your pledge card. Use hashtags #NoExcuse and #ACTtoEndViolence
- Light up your space orange – whether it’s your home, workplace or community centre – as a visible sign of solidarity.
16 Days, 16 Actions
Every day between 25 November and 10 December, take one small action that helps make Newham – and the world – a safer, fairer place for women and girls.
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Day |
Theme |
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Day 1 – Remembrance |
Attend a vigil or light a candle in memory of those lost to or affected by gender-based violence and abuse. |
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Day 2 – Envisioning |
Women and girls describe the world they want, free from fear and violence. |
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Day 3 – Listening |
Acknowledge and share survivor stories with friends, families and peers. |
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Day 4 – Knowledge |
Research gender-based violence issues and share important information. |
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Day 5 – Allyship |
Discover tools and organisations that work with allies to tackle gender-based violence. |
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Day 6 – Discussion |
Start conversations about what changes can be made in your home, social circle or workplace. |
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Day 7 – Giving |
Donate to a charity supporting women and girls, or amplify their work online. |
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Day 8 – Inclusion |
Reflect on how you or your organisation supports marginalised groups affected by gender-based violence. |
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Day 9 – Cultural Awareness |
Learn about and share information on harmful cultural practices. |
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Day 10 – Youth Activism |
Encourage young people to engage with youth groups working to end gender-based violence. |
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Day 11 – Service |
Support organisations that help survivors of domestic violence or harmful practices. |
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Day 12 – Advocacy |
Explore ways to campaign for change or sign active petitions fighting to end gender-based violence. |
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Day 13 – Community |
Share empowering and useful resources within your community. |
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Day 14 – Outreach |
Write a blog, article or social post about gender-based violence and how to prevent it. |
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Day 15 – Action |
Take part in an event, campaign or local initiative. |
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Day 16 – Intent |
Write and share your statement of intent to turn 16 days of activism into 365 days of activism. |
