Together against violence against women

Violence against women affects us all, so it is important to help convey the importance of the issue and promote awareness.

We have collected on this page some links and useful insights to better understand the topic and help those who wish to actively contribute through associations and organizations that offer support to victims.

Why November 25th?

To learn about the origins of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women:

• Why it is celebrated and everything you need to know (Save The Children)
• United Nations page that tells the origins of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
• What is violence against women, a brief explanation from the Di.Re Association website

To learn more about the topic:

• Infographic "Facts Everyone Should Know" UNWomen
• Official website of the anti-violence and stalking number 1522
• Page dedicated to the topic Violence against women - Ministry of Health website
• Association Di.Re women in network against violence, which collects over 80 organizations and more than 100 anti-violence centers, offering direct support and legal advice to victims.
• Universal Declaration of Human Rights translated into Italian, UN
• Questions and answers about violence against women , from the Di.Re Association website

What can I do?

There are many different ways to take concrete action. For example, by actively participating in the dissemination of initiatives created to raise awareness on the topic, or by financing dedicated associations and organizations. Even dedicating time to informing yourself , and committing yourself every day to using and spreading respectful and inclusive language and behavior in your life are useful and important actions.

• Join the UN Women UNITE to End Violence against Women initiative
• 16 days of activism with UN Women
• Support Di.Re anti-violence centers with a donation
• Search for events and demonstrations organized in your area for this year, here are those organized by the Centro Veneto Progetti Donna of Padua , while at this link the IG page NonUnadiMeno

Do you need help?

• Call 1522, the anti-violence and stalking number active in Italy
• Find the nearest anti-violence center
• Download the ViolaWalkHome app , to improve personal safety when you are alone

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