International Day for the Elimination of Violence…

Violence against women and girls remains the most prevalent and pervasive human rights violation in the world.

The COVID-19 pandemic, conflicts and climate change have exacerbated the risks for this violence and generated new threats, amplifying the vulnerability of women and girls. The solution lies in robust responses, including investment in prevention.

Under the global umbrella theme of the 2023 UNiTE Campaign: "UNiTE! Invest to Prevent Violence against Women & Girls", the event will shine a spotlight on the importance of financing prevention strategies to stop violence from occurring in the first place, galvanize action to secure increased investments and kickstart the activities of the 16 Days of Activism. The event will feature the President of the 78th Session of the General Assembly, the Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations, , Executive Directors of UN Women and UNFPA, Member States Representatives, Leaders of the Action Coalition on Gender-based Violence, members of civil society and women's rights organizations.