Linkpost Special: End Violence Against Women Day

Viktoriya — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 13:00:56 +0000

Asking to be raped? Not Ever. Rape Crisis Scotland’s PSA on victim-blaming aims to change prejudicial attitudes. You can also download the poster campaign here.

The White Ribbon Campaign: men working to end violence against women. Show your support and pledge, or get involved in one of the listed events.
UNIFEM’s annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender Violence (25th Nov – 10th Dec) details international observances and campaigns. The actions and campaigns are self-documented on the Say No – UNiTE website. All activists are encouraged to write an account of their participation in the campaign.
Govan and Craigton Integration Network has a full schedule of events, focusing on the rights of women seeking asylum as a result of gender violence.
The Department of Health is launching an information campaign, with an information pack, posters and testimonials available.
Support Refuge, the domestic abuse charity, by fundraising, donating or volunteering a few hours a month.
Support Amnesty International’s Stop Violence Against Women campaign, and join the Women’s Action Network.
The joint website of the Women Against Rape and Black Women’s Rape Action Project details UK-specific campaigns to protect women and girls, including asylum seekers, from all forms of gender violence.
Watch the #16days tag on twitter for local and international events, and calls to action.

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