16 Days of Activism:
Together Towards Zero Violence
25 November – 10 December
16 Days of Activism is Happening Now!
Every year, the 16 Days of Activism calls people across the world to stand together to end domestic, family and gender-based violence. At Carrie's Place, we see the impact of violence every day — and we know that real change is possible when communities unite.
Violence is never “just a disagreement”, “a bad day”, or “something private”.
It is a violation of human rights. And ending it is everyone’s responsibility.
This year, we’re calling our community to take meaningful action — big or small — to help create a Hunter region where safety, respect and equality are the norm. Change begins with awareness, but it grows through action.
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Below are 16 ways you can help move us towards zero violence.
1. Believe someone who discloses abuse.
Your belief may be the first step in their safety.
2. Learn the signs of coercive control.
Control, isolation, monitoring and fear are violence — even without physical harm.
3. Challenge disrespect.
Stop jokes, comments or behaviours that normalise violence or degrade women.
4. Speak up safely as an active bystander.
If something feels wrong, it likely is. Say something, do something, or seek help.
5. Share support services.
Promote helplines, local services, and resources — you never know who needs them.
6. Model healthy relationships.
Show young people what respect, communication and equality look like.
7. Support community organisations.
Donate, volunteer or partner with services like Carries Place to strengthen local response.
8. Hold perpetrators accountable.
Violence is a choice. Encourage responsibility, not excuses.
9. Use gender-respectful language.
Words shape culture. Choose language that supports equality, not stereotypes.
10. Educate yourself.
Read, listen and learn about gender-based violence and how systems enable it.
11. Teach children about consent early.
Respect starts young — simple lessons make lifelong impact.
12. Create safe workplaces.
Advocate for DV policies, flexible arrangements and trauma-informed support.
13. Support someone planning to leave.
Be a calm, non-judgemental presence. Safety planning saves lives.
14. Amplify survivor voices.
Share campaigns, stories (with consent), and resources to break the silence.
15. Intervene in harmful conversations.
Racism, sexism, homophobia and victim-blaming fuel violence. Don’t let them slide.
16. Stand in solidarity. Every day.
Wear orange, share messages, attend events — but most importantly, keep the momentum going beyond these 16 days.