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What is violence from an
intimate partner?
When a woman is under threat by
their intimate partner, they are
caught in a situation where the
person they must rely on is also the
person they most fear and can be
their greatest danger. Home
becomes a treacherous place where
every thought and every behaviour
centres around the person using
violence.
Such violence impacts a woman9s
physical, mental, sexual, and
reproductive health. The
consequences go beyond the
instances of violence and ripple
through each woman9s life,
impacting their children, families,
friends, and work colleagues. While,
globally, many countries have
implemented laws and measures to
combat violence against women,
there is more work to be done.
White Ribbon Day 2026
- It Takes All of Us
White Ribbon Day, observed on
November 25th, is dedicated to
raising awareness about violence
against women and promoting
gender equality. This day is part of
a broader movement that
encourages men and boys to take
an active role towards preventing
gender-based violence,
emphasising the importance of
healthy, respectful relationships
with women and girls.
White ribbons are worn as a pledge
to never commit, condone, or
remain silent about violence against
women. This year, we are asking,
