In india, November 25 is observed as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Although it is a United Nations-designated day, india actively participates in commemorating it to raise awareness about gender-based violence and promote efforts to eliminate it.
The day is marked by various awareness campaigns, educational programs, workshops, seminars, and rallies to highlight issues such as domestic violence, sexual harassment, trafficking, and other forms of violence against women. government agencies, NGOs, and civil society organizations use this day to advocate for women’s safety, legal protections, and empowerment.
The date was chosen in memory of the Mirabal sisters—Patria, Minerva, and María Teresa—who were assassinated in 1960 in the dominican republic for opposing a dictatorship. Their courage has become a global symbol of resistance to violence against women.
In india, several campaigns during this day also form part of the “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence”, running from november 25 to december 10, linking this fight with broader human rights movements.
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