Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women is observed every year on November 25. This date commemorates the assassination of the Mirabal Sisters in 1960, whose activism against dictatorship made them symbols of resistance and courage. The observance marks the beginning of the global 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, culminating on December 10, Human Rights Day. The annual campaign brings together governments, communities, and global organisations to address violence in all its forms—physical, emotional, economic, and now increasingly digital. The 2025 theme emphasizes combating online abuse, reflecting the evolving landscape of threats faced by women worldwide.