Join us this 16 Days of Activism
because every woman deserves to be
SAFE. EVERYWHERE. ALWAYS.
At home.
At work.
At school.
Online.
On a run.
At the gym.
On a date.
On a night out.
At a festival.
After dark.
Women should be #SafeEverywhereAlways
From home to work, and everywhere in between, safety is non-negotiable.
Women and girls should be able to walk down a street without fear, study without intimidation, work without harassment, and use the internet without enduring abuse. Yet, an estimated 736 million women globally – almost one in three – have been subjected to physical and or sexual violence at least once in their lifetime.
In Australia, women face a 1 in 3 chance of being assaulted, and 1 in 2 will experience sexual harassment.
These are not just statistics; it’s a national disgrace. And when one woman is being violently killed every four days in Australia, we can’t afford to stay silent.
What can you do?
Workplaces, Schools and Community Groups can all take the Challenge!
Last year, over 800 people completed the
Safe. Everywhere. Always. Challenge and raised $82,427
for UN Women programs to end violence against women globally
This 16 Days of Activism sign up to walk with a common goal of eradicating gender-based violence.
Safe. Everywhere. Always. is an inclusive challenge where you can complete your 30, 60, or 100kms any way you want over 16 days, from 25 November to 10 December.
1 in 3 women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime.
Taking the challenge and fundraising will raise awareness and vital funds to support programs around the world that are on the front lines, working to put an end to the violence.
Walk with us because women and girls should be Safe. Everywhere. Always.
Come one, come all! Registrations to join the challenge as an individual, team,
workplace, community group or school open in August.
Register your interest today and be the first to find out when registrations open.
What are we doing?
UN Women works to prevent and respond to violence against women across the globe by:
Safe. Everywhere. Always. supports the UN Trust Fund to End Violence Against Women
The UN Trust Fund is the only global grant-giving mechanism exclusively dedicated to preventing and ending violence against women and girls globally. By funding violence prevention programs, legislation and improving access to essential services for victims, the UN Trust Fund has improved the lives of millions of women and girls over the last 25 years.
Your support these 16 Days of Activism will directly contribute to these life-saving initiatives and help ensure that every woman and girl can live free from violence.
Speak Out
We can't afford to stay silent
Learn the Facts
Support the UN Trust Fund to End Violence Against Women
What is 16 Days of Activism
Started by activists in 1991, the 16 Days of Activism is an opportunity for people around the globe to unite and take action to help put an end to gender-based violence.
Starting on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against women and finishing on 10 December, the International Human Rights Day.
Donate to a Fundraiser
If you know someone who is walking in Safe. Everywhere. Always. show them some love and donate to their page today.
Do you still have questions?
Here are some of our top FAQs, but head over to our FAQs page to see if we have more answers for you there.
Do I have to walk to participate?
Absolutely not. We realise walking may not be for everyone and we encourage you to take part in the challenge and log your KMs any way you are able to.
Try running, cycling, rollerblading or the step machine at the gym! The possibilities are endless 😉
How far should I walk?
We understand everyone taking part will be at different fitness levels. You should choose an achievable KM goal when you register.
Whether you choose 30km, 100kms or your own km goal, every step you take over the 16 day challenge is raising awareness and funds to help put an end violence against women and girls.
Where do the funds I raise go?
Funds raised through Safe. Everywhere. Always go directly towards the UN Trust Fund to End Violence Against Women, managed by UN Women. In 2022, more than 47 million people benefited from UN Trust Fund activities aimed at preventing and responding to ending violence against women and girls, with over 140 global initiatives launched to support women’s rights organisations and over 5 million women, including survivors of violence and refugees, receiving support through the programs.
Find out more about where your funds go here.
Are online donations tax deductible?
Yes! Anyone who donates $2 or more through your online fundraising page will automatically be emailed a tax-deductible receipt.
