16 Days of Activism of #NoExcuse Against Gender-Based Violence

Belize is joining the global community in observing the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, marking important dates such as the International Day to Eliminate Violence Against Women (November 25), World AIDS Day (December 1), and Human Rights Day (December 10). This year’s theme is #NoExcuse, calling for action to eliminate gender-based violence. 

The Ministry of Human Development Families and Indigenous People’s Affairs, alongside the National Women’s Commission (NWC), is hosting a parade today,  November 22, at 10 in the morning. The event will start at Regent Street, continue along Albert Street, and end at the House of Culture. The event will be livestreamed for those who cannot attend directly from the NWC’s Facebook platform.

The 16 Days of Activism, which began in 1991, is now in its 33rd year and involves a wide range of organisations, both governmental and non-governmental, as well as the private sector and individuals focused on addressing gender-based violence.